{"title":"All Gibson","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"1956-gibson-es-5-switchmaster-ohsc","title":"1956 Gibson ES-5 Switchmaster + OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe cannot see a thing out of place on this very nice 1956 Gibson ES-5 Switchmaster which is in our favourite combination of 3 x vintage P-90’s and the 4 way switch that allows you to dial in an infinite variety of tones..\u003cbr\u003e\nBeautiful, almost un-faded tobacco sunburst finish has some mild flame on it, especially on the back and neck. All three P-90’s are real strong and sound great.. Basically, with the combination of a volume and tone control for each pickup and with the 4 way Tele type switch in ‘ALL’ position you can get any tone you like and mix it to your heart's content on the 6 knobs that adorn this lovely ES-5.\u003cbr\u003e\nBig, chunky, 1956 neck is very comfortable to play. There aren't any sign of wear to the neck. The pickguard is free of warping.\u003cbr\u003e\nAll hardware is correct as are the electronics. Case is a correct original brown lifton type with pink lining and like the guitar, is in excellent condition and everything works as it should do.\u003cbr\u003e\nOriginal frets have very little wear no doubt aided and assisted by a lifetime of jazz type flat wounds being fitted and it has a nice, low action with good playability all across and up and down the fingerboard. There is some rutting on the fingerboard but not too much.\u003cbr\u003e\nA very nice example of this popular guitar and the last one we had did not last long at all…In fact it never even made it to the website\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49830389973331,"sku":"C73525","price":10850.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc04303_3afb975d-d5ac-4edc-a5a8-f1d63d950509.jpg?v=1762533752"},{"product_id":"1958-gibson-les-paul-junior-sunburst","title":"1958 Gibson Les Paul Junior, Sunburst","description":"\u003cp\u003eIntroduced in 1954 as a straightforward workhorse with a single P-90 pickup, slab mahogany body and simple wraparound bridge, the Junior quickly gained a reputation for delivering unfiltered Les Paul tone at a fraction of the price of the Standard and Custom models. In 1958, the Junior underwent a major change when Gibson switched to a double cutaway body, making this example among the very last of the original single-cut incarnation.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis guitar shows a vibrant Sunburst finish over its solid mahogany body and neck, paired with a rosewood fingerboard. The sunburst remains rich and striking with very little fade, complemented by attractive lacquer checking across the surface. Overall condition is excellent, with only minor dings, light buckle wear on the back, and small edge chips to the headstock. The silkscreen logo is intact, the serial number remains bold, and the guitar retains a clean, authentic look throughout. Importantly, it is completely original with no modifications or changed parts, a rarity for a working instrument of this vintage.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe big neck profile is classic 1958 - full and substantial in the hand, but offering a natural supportiveness that makes it as comfortable as it is solid. Tonally, the single P-90 pickup delivers the raw, punchy and direct voice that made the Junior a legend, full of bite when pushed but wonderfully responsive to the player’s touch. Acoustically it rings out loudly with excellent resonance - a reflection of the quality tonewoods used at the time, that have no doubt improved with age.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis guitar comes housed in its original crocodile cardboard case, still in good shape but with a replacement DIY handle. \u003cbr\u003e\nFor the collector, this represents an excellent opportunity to get a clean, original example of one of the last single-cut Juniors made before it's redesign. For the player, it’s a pure and unapologetic rock ’n’ roll machine that is incredibly rewarding to play!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51846471909715,"sku":"C73930","price":12850.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc02212_f8f942e9-cc56-433c-95aa-61fe64264cc2.jpg?v=1763749552"},{"product_id":"1963-gibson-sg-special-cherry","title":"1963 Gibson SG Special, Cherry","description":"","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51868265578835,"sku":"124639","price":5995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/test-LP-Special-pic1.jpg?v=1757606455"},{"product_id":"archived-1972-gibson-es-335-td-hsc","title":"ARCHIVED' 1972 Gibson ES-335 TD + HSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eStunning 1972 Gibson ES-335 TD\u003cbr\u003e\nThis guitar is in fantastic condition with its unfaded Ice Tea sunburst finish. There are no real signs of wear, the finish has escaped blemishing and there is little signs of any real dings\u003cbr\u003e\nThe neck is in great shape and a refret means that it plays wonderfully. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe hardware is in great condition There are no signs of wear to the chrome plating but overall it's in very good condition.\u003cbr\u003e\nElectrically everything looks correct with a pair of unopened Patent Number pickups.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is a well balanced instrument with a confident, rootsy acoustic tone. The neck is comfortable and familiar with easy access to the upper frets. The original PAT sticker humbucking pickups add that classic punch, bite and warmth.\u003cbr\u003e\nIncluded with the guitar is a Hiscox case case.\u003cbr\u003e\nA stunning example of 70s 335, grab this one if you want to turn some heads…\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52319825101139,"sku":"C73082","price":5750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/1972-gibson-es-335-td-2.jpg?v=1762517366"},{"product_id":"archived-2012-gibson-50th-anniversary-of-marshall-les-paul-goldtop-limited-edition-1962-bluesbreaker-22-of-50","title":"ARCHIVED' 2012 Gibson 50th Anniversary of Marshall Les Paul Goldtop + Limited Edition 1962 Bluesbreaker - #22 of 50","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhat more iconic a combination than a Gibson Les Paul and a Marshall Bluesbreaker amp? The tone that started it all.\u003cbr\u003e\n In 2012, to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Marshall, Gibson and Marshall collaborated to produce a short run of 50 Goldtop Les Pauls, aged by Tom Murphy, and hand-wired Model 1962 Bluesbreaker combos. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe amps are all handwired, with the team at Marshall going to great lengths to source the original components. Drake Transformers were given the original plans and built some to the same specifications as did Celestion, who made a short run of aluminum chassis for the speakers as per the originals. Aesthetically Marshall also contacted the original manufacturers of the grill cloth and had them produce some of the amp.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitars were each aged by Tom Murphy himself, the specifications of each following as closely as possible those of the original design. A Marshall logo is inlaid at the 12th fret with Jim Marshall’s signature on the trussrod cover.\u003cbr\u003e\nWe have here number 22 of the run of 50, one of only 15 sets that came to the UK. \u003cbr\u003e\nBoth pieces are in as new condition, the Marshall comes with its original packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHere is what was written at the time…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGibson 50th Anniversary of Marshall Les Paul Goldtop\u003cbr\u003e\nBased on the highly sought-after Gibson Custom Shop 1957 Les Paul Reissue Goldtop, this guitar is one of a strictly limited run of 50 pieces worldwide, each one hand-aged by Tom Murphy.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe 50th Anniversary of Marshall Les Paul Goldtop begins with the iconic combination of a premium select lightweight one-piece mahogany body and a two-piece carved maple top for the perfect marriage of depth and clarity.  The look of an original '50s Goldtop is captured in Gibson Custom's hand-sprayed nitrocellulose finish, and the entire guitar is then hand-aged by Tom Murphy to perfectly replicate the gently aged appearance of an original 1957 Les Paul.\u003cbr\u003e\nVintage-correct cream body binding is matched by a commemorative cream plastic pickguard hot-stamped with a \"Marshall 50th\" badge and a two-ply black-white truss rod cover hot-stamped with Jim Marshall’s signature. The one-piece, quarter-sawn mahogany neck is glued in with a long tenon for enhanced resonance and sustain and carved to a rounded ’50s profile that measures .900\" at the first fret and 1.000\" at the 12th. One of several period-correct details, the rosewood fingerboard carries 22 vintage reissue frets, tortoise side dots, a nylon 6\/6 nut, and is trimmed with .004\" cream binding and inlaid with nitrocellulose trapezoids, plus the iconic \"Marshall\" script logo gracing the 12th fret position. To make the 50th Anniversary of Marshall Les Paul Goldtop supremely playable, the neck is Plek'd at the factory for optimum action and playing feel. \u003cbr\u003e\nWith the look of a rare original 1957 Les Paul fully assured, Gibson Custom goes all out to give the 50th Anniversary of Marshall Les Paul Goldtop all the tone and performance of a prized vintage guitar. The BurstBucker 1 in the neck position and BurstBucker 2 in the bridge are made with genuine Alnico II magnets and wound with 42 AWG wire, with slightly mismatched coils, just like the legendary PAF humbuckers of the late '50s, for a characteristic edge and complexity that is unmatched by modern humbucking pickups. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMarshall Limited Edition 1962 Bluesbreaker 50th Anniversary Combo\u003cbr\u003e\nBased on the JTM45, the handwired limited edition 1962 Bluesbreaker is regarded as the definitive 60s Marshall. With 30 watts of power through dual 12\" Celestion G12C, you can channel the tone of legends.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe G12Cs provide a rich midrange with warm low end response, not to tight or too loose but just right! When you plug into this beast you will instantly recognise the sound.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is the last of this iconic pairing available in the UK. Both limited to 50 pieces and are pair number 22.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e50th Anniversary of Marshall Les Paul Goldtop\u003cbr\u003e\nTom Murphy hand-aged one-piece Mahogany back with Maple top\u003cbr\u003e\nRosewood fingerboard with nitrocellulose trapezoids inlays\u003cbr\u003e\nPowerful Burstbucker #1 and Burstbucker #2 pickups in the neck and bridge \u003cbr\u003e\nLightweight aluminum stopbar tailpiece and ABR-1 bridge\u003cbr\u003e\nGotoh Nickel Reissue Green Keys with 12:1 tuning ratio\u003cbr\u003e\nCustom Shop Certificate of Authenticity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e50th Anniversary of Marshall 1962 Bluesbreaker Combo\u003cbr\u003e\nAccurate reissue of the legendary JTM45 amplifier, with 2 x 12\" Celestion G12C Greenback speakers\u003cbr\u003e\nLimited to 50 worldwide, this pair number 22\u003cbr\u003e\n30 watts of power, perfect for gigging and recording\u003cbr\u003e\nAluminum chassis and hand-woven grille cloth\u003cbr\u003e\nCertificate of authenticity and book on the history of the 1962 amp model\u003cbr\u003e\nFootswitchable tremolo sounds amazing\u003cbr\u003e\nStraightforward control set is all you need to craft a range of vintage '60s guitar tones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note these come as a pair and the amp is UK spec.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52319825690963,"sku":"C73087","price":15999.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/2012-marshall-50th-anniversary-bluesbreaker-plus-cs-lp-15.jpg?v=1762517368"},{"product_id":"1970-gibson-les-paul-deluxe-top-refin-hsc","title":"1970 Gibson Les Paul Deluxe top refin + HSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eEarly 1970 Gibson Les Paul Deluxe with small volute - pretty rare for a Deluxe…\u003cbr\u003e\nAn often overlooked classic from the cusp of a difficult period for Gibson, the Les Paul Deluxe’s combination of mahogany body and twin mini humbuckers augmented the sonic palette of this classic instrument becoming the touchstone for 70’s tones of bands such as The Who and Thin Lizzy.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt's not often that these guitars escape some sort of modification or another as misguided owners try to ‘upgrade’ them. This example just oozes mojo. The sunburst looks great but it has been refinished as it would have originally been gold. It does seem that the body has been over sprayed at some stage. Apart from that there is very little wear to the top. The back of the 2 piece ‘pancake’ body shows some sign of use with some buckle rash evident.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe three piece mahogany neck (soon to be changed to maple in 1975) shows very little signs of wear. As with the body it has crazed. The fretboard is in great shape as are the frets with plenty of life left  in them.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe headstock, in the same way as the body, has a few marks. Interestingly a good indicator of the guitar's age is the fact that the gibson logo doesn't have a dot over the i which dates this guitar as an early 1970. The dot was reintroduced in late 1970 having been absent since late 1968.\u003cbr\u003e\nElectronically the pots have been changed but it still has a pair of Sprague ‘Black Beauty’ capacitors. The pickups are correct, the jack plate has been changed for a metal one.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar comes with a hardshell case.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe unamplified tone has plenty of sustain, as you’d expect from a good Gibson. The mini humbuckers bring a brightness without being as muddy as could be the case with full size humbuckers of the same period.\u003cbr\u003e\nA stunning guitar that looks and sounds the part. Grab it before it get away…\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52320098189651,"sku":"902388","price":4995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc01229_49fb5582-809f-49e4-bfc2-db137b3afb68.jpg?v=1762521736"},{"product_id":"1989-gibson-chet-atkins-ce-ohsc","title":"1989 Gibson Chet Atkins CE + OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eDeveloped by Chet Atkins and luthier Hascal Haile, Gibson released the CE (Classical Electric) in 1982. 25” scale length, solid mahogany chambered body with Cedar or spruce top, it soon became popular amongst pop and rock musicians such as Sting and Mark Knopfler.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar is in great condition. There are a few marks here and there but nothing too substantial. The guitar has been very well cared for. There are a few marks near the bridge.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe neck too is in great condition. The rosewood fretboard is free of any wear and there is plenty of life left in the original frets. The CE has a 1 ⅞” wide nut as opposed to the 2” width which is standard for classical guitars. \u003cbr\u003e\nElectrically all has been left untouched and is in full working order.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe bridge is in good shape with little sign of wear.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar cokes with its correct Brown tolex hardshell case.\u003cbr\u003e\nAn innovative solution to the problem of amplifying nylon stringed instruments, this guitar is a lot of fun to play. The sound is tighter than a hollow body would produce as you expect but still retains the glorious warmth and punch, ideal for some Bossa. \u003cbr\u003e\nThis is a testament to Chet Atkins’ constant search for tonal improvement. Sometimes a solid bodied nylon string guitar is what you need…\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52320098845011,"sku":"C73084","price":2495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc03519.jpg?v=1762521743"},{"product_id":"1964-gibson-es-345-tdsv-hsc-bernie-marsden-collection","title":"1964 Gibson ES-345 TDSV + HSC Bernie Marsden Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003eAnother guitar from the Bernie Marsden collection, this was purchased by Bernie during sessions for Whitesnake’s Trouble album, recorded at Central Recorders in London.\u003cbr\u003e\nBernie tells the story that he’d seen the guitar hanging in a shop window on Denmark Street, across the way from the studio. He’d been looking for a semi hollow guitar and enquired if it was still for sale. The assistant informed him that it was on hold for another customer. Not to be denied, Bernie returned the following day with a Bicentennial Firebird V and offered it as a trade for the ES-345. Moments later he briskly returned to Central Recorders with his new acquisition in his hand having neglected to tell the assistant he was only across the street for fear the disgruntled customer would come looking for him.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis guitar is featured on page 189-193 of Bernie's hardback book 'Tales of Tone and Volume' a copy of which will be included with this sale.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis guitar is in stunning condition. Though the top has faded there is very little in the way of wear and the guitar has still retained that wonderful Gibson gloss.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe neck too is in fantastic condition and both the frets and fretboard have plenty of life left in them. The headstock shows some minor wear but nothing too expensive.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe hardware is a little tarnished as you expect but there is no sign of corrosion. \u003cbr\u003e\nPlastics too are in great shape.\u003cbr\u003e\nElectrically everything has been left alone so the guitar is still in stereo.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar comes with an earlier Brown Lifton hardshell case.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe sound is authoritative without being too heavy in the lower midrange. The bridge pickup barks when encouraged whilst the neck pickup is all kinds of smooth without losing definition.\u003cbr\u003e\nAnother stunning guitar with true rock pedigree. One of the highlights of the collection. Grab it before it gets away…\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52320098976083,"sku":"181759","price":19995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc04031.jpg?v=1762521745"},{"product_id":"1955-gibson-l5-ohsc-bernie-marsden-collection","title":"1955 Gibson L-5 + OHSC - Bernie Marsden Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom the Bernie Marsden collection, this guitar was purchased in Cheltenham a few years ago after Bernie received a tip off from a friend. This guitar is featured on page 319 of Bernie's hardback book 'Tales of Tone and Volume' a copy of which will be included with this sale.\u003cbr\u003e\nInitially conceived as a member of the Mandolin family alongside the F5 mandolin (as the popularity go Mandolin orchestras was waning), the L5’s enduring popularity was due in no small part to the great jazz guitarist Eddie Lang who pioneered the use of the guitar in the dance band rhythm sections, finding that the Gibson archtop could easily keep up with the rest of the band. Its elegant Cremona Brown finish and f holes gave the guitar a decidedly violin-like look and set a precedent for competitors and the company themselves that still exist to this day.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is a superb example especially considering its over 80 years of age. The sunburst finish has a few marks and dings though none of this really detracts from the overall look of the instrument.\u003cbr\u003e\nPickguard is in good condition though it has started to gas. Its currently being kept away from the guitar to preserve the finish.  \u003cbr\u003e\nThe chunky C profile neck with a bound fretboard and parallelogram mother of pearl inlays feels instantly comfortable. The script logo headstock has the now iconic flowerpot inlay emblazoned upon it, framed by the continued binding. The Kluson sealfast tuners still work very well. There are a few patches of wear though this isn’t extensive. The frets have some life left in them.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar comes with a Lifton hardshell case that, like the guitar, is in exceptional condition.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe L5’s reputation was built on being able to keep up with a horn section and this one is no exception. It has an authoritative voice acoustically that has a wonderful three dimensional quality that’s so evocative of the period.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe definitive archtop, this L5 would make a stunning addition to anyone’s collection…\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52320099139923,"sku":"A20108","price":12995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc04298.jpg?v=1762521748"},{"product_id":"2011-gibson-es335-63-nashville-custom-shop-reissue-blonde-ohsc-candy","title":"2011 Gibson ES-335 ‘63 Nashville Custom Shop Reissue Blonde + OHSC + Candy","description":"\u003cp\u003e2011 Gibson ES335 ‘63 Nashville Custom Shop Reissue\u003cbr\u003e\nThis guitar is in excellent condition. The finish is still exquisite with no signs of any real wear. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe neck is in great shape as are the frets and fretboard. \u003cbr\u003e\nPlastics and hardware are good condition. There are some minor scratches to the pickguard as you’d expect but nothing too substantial.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar comes with its correct hardshell case.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is a great sounding and playing guitar. The neck is comfortable without being too chunky and the guitar is responsive, yielding a wide scope of classic tones, ably supported by the Custom Bucker  pickups.\u003cbr\u003e\nKiller guitar with so much potential. Grab it before its gone…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpecification:\u003cbr\u003e\nBody\u003cbr\u003e\nTop: 3ply - Maple\/Poplar\/Maple\u003cbr\u003e\nBody Type: Semi-Hollow\u003cbr\u003e\nBack: 3ply - Maple\/Poplar\/Maple\u003cbr\u003e\nBinding: .090, Cream\u003cbr\u003e\nAdhesive: Franklin Titebond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHeadstock\u003cbr\u003e\nInlay: Holly Headstock Veneer with Pearl Crown and logo\u003cbr\u003e\nTruss Rod Cover: Vintage Truss Rod Cover\u003cbr\u003e\nAngle: 17 Degrees\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePickups\u003cbr\u003e\nNeck Position: Custom Bucker\u003cbr\u003e\nBridge Position: Custom Bucker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNeck\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecies: Mahogany\u003cbr\u003e\nProfile: Rounded\u003cbr\u003e\nTruss Rod: Traditional\u003cbr\u003e\nJoint Angle: 4° (+\/- 15 seconds)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTuners\u003cbr\u003e\nModel: Kluson™ Deluxe\u003cbr\u003e\nPlating: Nickel\u003cbr\u003e\nTuning Ratio: 12:01\u003cbr\u003e\nElectronics\u003cbr\u003e\nPotentiometers: 2 Volume Controls, 2 Tone Controls\u003cbr\u003e\nToggle Switch: Switchcraft Toggle with Vintage Toggle Cap\u003cbr\u003e\nOutput Jack: 1\/4\" Switchcraft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNeck Fit\u003cbr\u003e\nJoint: Mortise \u0026amp; Tenon\u003cbr\u003e\nAdhesive: Franklin Titebond 50\u003cbr\u003e\nJoint Angle Tolerance: +\/- .005\"\u003cbr\u003e\nAdhesive: Hot Hide Glue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBridge\u003cbr\u003e\nType: ABR-1\u003cbr\u003e\nPlating: Nickel\u003cbr\u003e\nSealer: Nitrocellulose Lacquer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFingerboard\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecies: Rosewood\u003cbr\u003e\nFrets: 22\u003cbr\u003e\nRadius: 12\"\u003cbr\u003e\nNut\/E.O.B: 1.687\/2.062\u003cbr\u003e\nInlays: Mother-of-Pearl Dots\u003cbr\u003e\nBinding: .04, cream\u003cbr\u003e\nOther: Reissue Fret Wire\/Tortoise Side Dots\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTailpiece\u003cbr\u003e\nType: Stop Bar\u003cbr\u003e\nMaterial: Lightweight Aluminium\u003cbr\u003e\nPlating: Nickel Plated Gloss\u003cbr\u003e\nNut Material: Nylon\u003cbr\u003e\nWidth: 1.687\u003cbr\u003e\nSlots: Gibson PLEK System\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHardware\u003cbr\u003e\nPickguard: Long ES-335 Reissue (5-ply)\u003cbr\u003e\nStrings: .010 - .046, Genuine Gibson strings\u003cbr\u003e\nStrap Buttons: Aluminium End Pins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCase\u003cbr\u003e\nType: Custom Shop Silkscreened Case\u003cbr\u003e\nCase Exterior: Black Pleather\u003cbr\u003e\nCase Interior: Charcoal Plush\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52320101466451,"sku":"C73078","price":3995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc05207.jpg?v=1762521756"},{"product_id":"archived-1952-gibson-es-125-ohsc","title":"*ARCHIVED* - 1952 Gibson ES-125 + OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eAs student models go, you wouldn’t mind taking delivery of anything coming out of Kalamazoo during the 50’s and this very early 1952 ES-125  certainly punches above its weight.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe accouterments are basic, the only real adornment is the binding around the body. The neck and pickguard are unbound and the headstock has the simple silk screened logo. What you do get here is a great sounding and stylishly understated electric guitar in the spirit of the classic archtops of the period.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe sunburst finish is in great shape and is still quite vivid as is the back. There are scratches and bumps as you expect but no signs of repair. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe hardware and the rosewood bridge are in great condition as are the plastics. The faux-tortoise shell pickguard hasn’t warped. The original frets and fretboard are in good shape without any extreme wear. There are a few scratches here and there which isn’t surprising but all in all this is a very clean guitar. The tuners are correct no line Klusons. The tailpiece is not original to the guitar. \u003cbr\u003e\nInside, the electronics are all correct. There seems to have been a repair to the wires at the pickup. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar comes with a period correct hardshell case.\u003cbr\u003e\nThere’s jazz, blues and roots all hiding in here. Even with a single P90, there's plenty of tonal scope and it's a joy to play plugged in or acoustically. \u003cbr\u003e\nA great way of accessing these fabulous Gibson tones without the higher price tags, you should grab this one before it gets away.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52320101728595,"sku":"C73128","price":3495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc06044_1aab533b-ed70-4c1a-a0f7-f0a044c8fb67.jpg?v=1762521763"},{"product_id":"1962-gibson-es-345-reneck-refin-hsc","title":"1962 Gibson ES-345 reneck refin + HSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis guitar has certainly had a life. The neck has been replaced and the entire guitar refinished twice, but who’s counting? \u003cbr\u003e\nThe front and back have some dings though the finish is still in great condition. There isn’t any sign of excessive wear. Under the pickups you can see that the guitar had previously been finished in a black, probably around the time of the new neck being fitted. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe new neck is very well done. The headstock is the correct shape and has been fitted with Grover tuners. The fretboard and frets have plenty of life left in them.  \u003cbr\u003e\nPlastics and hardware are in good condition with the inevitable wear to the gold plating. The ABR-1 is of the type fitted to Gibsons with vibrato systems. Plastics are correct.  \u003cbr\u003e\nElectrically the guitar has undergone some changes. The guitar is currently fitted with Gibson Humbuckers from 1980 and the harness has been replaced too. The guitar is still wired in stereo and the varitone is still functional. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar comes with a period correct Gibson EB2\/12 string hardshell case.\u003cbr\u003e\nAll the touchstone tones are present here, the Gibson pickups delivering as you’d expect. The neck is very comfortable and the guitar is easy to play. The sound is authoritative without being too heavy in the lower midrange. The bridge pickup barks when encouraged whilst the neck pickup is all kinds of smooth without losing definition. The varitone, so often viewed as a handicap, yields quite a range of pleasing tones. \u003cbr\u003e\nSometimes only an ES-345 will do. Grab this one before it gets away as it's a lot of guitar for £7k and on stage, looks like it should cost 3x as much…\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52320101859667,"sku":"86043","price":6995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc05299.jpg?v=1762521766"},{"product_id":"archived-1961-gibson-es-335-tdc-bigsby-ohsc","title":"*ARCHIVED* 1961 Gibson ES-335 TDC Bigsby + OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1961 dot neck Gibson ES-335 TDC anyone?\u003cbr\u003e\nDebuting in 1958 with its iconic design, the ES-335 and its siblings formed the trifecta spearheading the Gibson semi acoustic range. 1960 saw the introduction of the cherry finish that became a defining feature of Gibson guitars to come. \u003cbr\u003e\nResplendent in its almost unfaded finish, this guitar looks too good. A great example of that classic cherry colour, this guitar has been well cared for and is in great condition. Both front and back are free of any real wear. The back has a few marks but nothing too severe. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe neck has suffered a headstock break and has been refinished with the serial number having been retained but the headstock too has been refinished. This is all done very professionally and looks good and neat.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis also looks to have had other tuners on though currently it has correct Kluson Single line Double Ring tuners. The fretboard is in good condition and having been refretted, the frets have plenty of life left in them.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe hardware is in great condition too. As you can see from the pictures the bridge has been shaved down at some point. There is evidence of another tailpiece so the bigsby is not the only addition. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe plastics are in great shape. Pickguard is an early short type, the shallow dish reflector knobs are in great condition. Electrically everything looks correct with both strong PAF pickups looking to be undisturbed. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar comes with a correct Gibson black Tolex case with black lining.\u003cbr\u003e\nBoth pickups on this guitar sound great and are very evenly balanced. The neck pickup really accentuates the wood tones without losing any definition whilst the bridge pickup really delivers that bite that you only really get from a classic and original PAF pickup.\u003cbr\u003e\nIf you’re looking for a dot neck ES guitar then you can’t go much wrong with this one. Cherry red vintage ES guitars from  1960\/61 like this are very rare and pretty desirable - it may not hang around very long…\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52320101892435,"sku":"C73204","price":17995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/1961-gibson-es-335-tdc-bigsby-6.jpg?v=1762521767"},{"product_id":"1958-gibson-es-225-tdn-nr-mint-ohsc","title":"1958 Gibson ES-225 TDN Nr MINT + OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eA stunning, near MINT guitar with all that 50’s Gibson tone on tap and presented like this, you can’t go wrong! 1958 Gibson ES-225N TD\u003cbr\u003e\nIntroduced in 1956, the ES-225 was the first thinline hollow body guitar in the Gibson catalogue, starting a trend that would continue on through the Byrdland and ES-350 and usher in the ES-330, paving the way for the semi-hollow ES guitars towards the end of the decade.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis guitar is in great shape. The top and back looks stunning with only few very minor scratches. The fretboard is superb with signs of wear on the first fret but the frets themselves are surprisingly free of any wear. The neck is wonderfully glossy still and has sustained a few very minor knocks that you can’t feel whilst playing. There is also a little wear spot again by the first fret. There are a few marks on the headstock face but these aren’t substantial.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe trapeze tailpiece (surely one of the reasons you’ve got this far!) is in excellent condition but along with the other nickel parts, do have some minor tarnishing. The bracket has been replaced with a modern one as the original (included with the sale) had fatigued to a point that it wasn't working correctly.\u003cbr\u003e\nPlastics have survived well too, pickguard is straight and the pickup covers look good too.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar comes with a correct 4 latch Lifton case with the classic pink lining and doesn’t it look stunning as a back drop for this beautiful guitar…\u003cbr\u003e\nThe most surprising thing about these guitars is their versatility. Even with the hollow design, the guitar can withstand a surprising amount of gain before feedback becomes impossible. The tailpiece seems to play a big part in the tone. We’ve conducted experiments (on a different guitar of the same model) whereby we swapped the tailpiece from the trapeze found here to a rosewood bridge and found that the one piece trapeze tailpiece produces far more sustain and a better string transfer to the top of the guitar. In effect what you get here is akin to a hollowbody Goldtop Les Paul, the combination of P90 pickups and heavier tailpiece.\u003cbr\u003e\nBoth pickups are well balanced. The neck brings a mellow warmth whilst the bridge pickup has plenty of bite without veering into harshness. The neck is comfortable as you’d expect and being a classic 1957 neck profile, it is on the chunkier side..\u003cbr\u003e\nA dark horse that has become a favourite here at ATB Guitars, the Gibson ES-225 is not to be overlooked if you’re in search of that illusive 50s Gibson tone and finding really nice, blonde ones are not that easy…\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52320968114515,"sku":"T3988 5","price":9995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc00593.jpg?v=1762530920"},{"product_id":"1981-gibson-les-paul-heritage-80-award-1-of-50-ohsc","title":"1981 Gibson Les Paul Heritage 80 Award 1 of 50 + OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eA stunning 1981 Gibson Les Paul Heritage 80 Award\u003cbr\u003e\nRepresenting Gibson’s initial attempts to reproduce the magic of the burst, these Heritage series Award guitars were the pinnacle of the range, built in the new Nashville factory with more attention being paid to the original specifications. 50 were produced between 1980 and 1982, each one numbered, this one is number 38.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe top has a wonderfully multifaceted quality. This example is the best we’ve seen from this period. There are very little signs of wear anywhere on the body and it's evident that this guitar has led a charmed life. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe single piece neck and ebony fretboard show no signs of use apart from a patch of wear on the treble side near the body. There is plenty of life left in the frets. The rest of the guitar looks to be near mint condition.\u003cbr\u003e\nPlastics are unmarked with the hardware only showing slightest blemishing, maybe more from being left in the case than too much use. The original TRC is in the case and has worn lettering.\u003cbr\u003e\nCase included is an era correct Gibson chainsaw case.\u003cbr\u003e\nElectronically we have a pair of Tim Shaw Humbucking pickups married to some CTS pots, dated week 29 of 1980. All looks untouched.\u003cbr\u003e\nSonically this guitar ticks quite a few boxes. The guitar has a good weight of 4.64Kg and it certainly has all the sonic hallmarks of a great Les Paul. The neck pickup is smooth and clear and the bridge has plenty of bite without ever sounding harsh or brittle. Mixed together there is plenty of clarity and none of the midrange heaviness you would expect.\u003cbr\u003e\nA future classic or simply a great Les Paul, grab this one before it gets away…\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52320968278355,"sku":"C73330","price":6995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc00845.jpg?v=1762530924"},{"product_id":"1962-gibson-super-400-ces-paf-s-ohsc","title":"1962 Gibson Super-400 CES PAF's + OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlongside the L5, the Super 400 was the crown jewel in the Gibson catalogue. Introduced in 1934, it charted the changing fashions in the post war years as the guitar became a more prominent instrument on the bandstand. 1951 saw the introduction of the CES (Cutaway Electric Spanish) model, with its rounded cutaway being the only variation on the well established design. A decade later, the shape was updated with a florentine cutaway giving the guitar a slicker look. Seen in the hands of such playeras as Kenny Burrell and Scotty Moore.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis rare guitar is in great condition. The sunburst finish adds a classy touch to the carved spruce top and back. The finish has crazed and it's certainly seen its fair share of use. Thankfully there is no sign of breaks or excessive damage.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe neck is worn, the finish has gone along both sides. The ebony fretboard is in excellent condition and the original frets have plenty of life left in them. The headstock and tuners are in good condition though the plating has worn as is to be expected.\u003cbr\u003e\nPlastics and hardware are in good shape with the inevitable tarnishing. The correct tune-o-matic bridge is in the case. The guitar currently has a rosewood bridge fitted. The pickguard is a good reproduction.\u003cbr\u003e\nElectrically everything looks to be correct with solder joints undisturbed. The PAF pickups do not seem to have had their covers removed.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar comes in its correct (maybe slightly earlier) hardshell case. This has been recently restored and as such the guitar also comes with a 90s Gibson hardshell case.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis guitar has a bright timbre acoustically that complements the pair of PAFs so well, giving you an articulated tone that you wont get from other archtops. The spruce top too is a bonus.  \u003cbr\u003e\nThe flagship Gibson archtop, this would make a fine addition to any collection. Grab it before it gets away…\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52320968638803,"sku":"61322","price":24995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc01069.jpg?v=1762530926"},{"product_id":"1973-gibson-les-paul-deluxe-hsc","title":"1973 Gibson Les Paul Deluxe + HSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn often overlooked classic from the cusp of a difficult period for Gibson, the Les Paul Deluxe’s combination of mahogany body and twin mini humbuckers augmented the sonic palette of this classic instrument becoming the touchstone for 70’s tones of bands such as The Who and Thin Lizzy.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt's not often that these guitars escape some sort of modification or another as misguided owners try to ‘upgrade’ them. This example just oozes mojo. The tobacco burst looks great and has survived remarkably well. The back of the 2 piece ‘pancake’ body shows some sign of use with some as does the front.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe three piece mahogany neck (soon to be changed to maple in 1975) shows very little signs of wear. The fretboard is in great shape having been refretted and a new nut fitted. The headstock, in the same way as the body, has a few marks. \u003cbr\u003e\nHardware and plastics are correct though saddles have been changed for graphtech examples.\u003cbr\u003e\nElectronically everything looks correct with pots dated at week 03 of 1973. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar comes with a hardshell case.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe unamplified tone has plenty of sustain, as you’d expect from a good Gibson. The mini humbuckers bring a brightness without being as muddy as could be the case with full size humbuckers of the same period.\u003cbr\u003e\nA stunning guitar that looks and sounds the part. Grab it before it get away…\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52320969064787,"sku":"779760","price":3650.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/1973-gibson-les-paul-deluxe-2.jpg?v=1762530932"},{"product_id":"1974-gibson-eds-1275-ohsc","title":"1974 Gibson EDS-1275 + OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eReintroduced to the Gibson catalogue in 1974 due in no small part to rock excesses of the late 60s and early 70s, the EDS 1275 went through some changes. Out was the long 12 string headstock and the mahogany necks in favor of three piece maple and a large volute for added strength. In where a wider variety of colours. Our example here is in classic 70’s walnut. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar is in great condition. As you expect there is some checking and some dings and knocks but nothing too substantial. Importantly though there are no signs of any breaks or repairs.\u003cbr\u003e\nBoth necks are in great shape with some sign of use but plenty of life left in the frets. No changed tuners and both headstocks are in great shape. \u003cbr\u003e\nPlastics are in good condition as is the hardware which only shows some minor tarnishing.\u003cbr\u003e\nElectrically everything looks correct with solder joints left undisturbed. All four T top humbuckers do not look to have been disturbed either which is rare as a lot of these were 'upgraded'.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar comes with its correct hardshell case which in itself is a rare find.\u003cbr\u003e\nA statement guitar if ever there was one, this guitar sounds as good as it looks. The twelve string sounds clear, chiming like a bell whilst the 6 string can be coaxed into classic SG territory.\u003cbr\u003e\nAnother great guitar with  a cool story. Sometimes a twin neck is what's needed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52320969326931,"sku":"471838","price":12995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc03430_656b309a-a23e-4182-b56c-d638e1e9d387.jpg?v=1762530937"},{"product_id":"1948-gibson-es-300-n-nr-mint-ohsc","title":"1948 Gibson ES-300 N Nr. MINT + OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eDebuting as Gibson’s premier guitar in 1940, the ES-300 went from giant diagonal pickups to the single and then double p90s before the decade was out. Post war examples are more common with this one from 1948 exhibiting the all new Gibson logo as the company moved towards the new decade. Other features include the f hole Kluson tailpiece, a unique feature to this model and only seen for a few months in 1947\/48. This model would also be the last to feature open gear tuners and a bound pickguard.\u003cbr\u003e\nStunning, time capsule example, this ES-300 is in excellent condition. Subtly flamed top and back with some more interesting sides showcased wonderfly by the natural finish that only shows the slightest bit of fading. This guitar has been well cared for, there is no doubt. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe neck too is in excellent condition with some slight checking to the back. The fretboard and frets are in great shape with plenty of life left in them. Headstock shows very light signs of wear, fitted with its correct Kluson open gear tuners. \u003cbr\u003e\nPlastics are correct. The bound pickguard is in good condition as is the pickup cover and period specific barrel knobs\u003cbr\u003e\nHardware is in excellent shape with the f hole Kluson tailpiece being quite the star. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe electrics look to be all original. The P90 does not seem to have been rewound.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar comes with its correct brown Lifton hardshell case\u003cbr\u003e\nTonally, this guitar is quite lively. As you’d expect, it’s loud acoustically, exhibiting a pleasing woody tone which comes across when amplified. The P90 is the perfect compliment, warm with the right amount of grit.\u003cbr\u003e\nIf this guitar could talk… A killer example looking for a new home.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52320969687379,"sku":"S73414Klarna","price":5995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc04022_d3a5c2f4-fff6-4e99-b2e9-521349a5ed46.jpg?v=1762530942"},{"product_id":"1960-gibson-es-330-td-hsc","title":"1960 Gibson ES-330 TD + HSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eIntroduced in 1959 as the successor to the ES-225, the ES-330 bridged the gap between the new centre block guitars and Gibson’s classic archtops of the previous decades, becoming a firm favourite with players such as BB King and Grant Green not to mention the rhythm guitar of choice for many.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe finish has kept its deep colour both front and back and there is hardly a mark anywhere to be seen. The sunburst really accentuates the grain pattern of the maple and the finish has retained its lush gloss. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe neck is in good condition but the back of the neck has been over sprayed in places and there are signs of work having been carried out. No sign of a headstock repair, it looks like some work has been carried out near the heal. What exactly this work is, is impossible to say without stripping the finish which we are not going to do, hence the price.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe fretboard is mark free and the frets have plenty of life left in them.The binding has also been painted which has obscured the dots though they are still present.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe plastics are in great shape. The pickguard is a modern replacement. The hardware shows no signs of corrosion, slightly dulled which is to be expected.\u003cbr\u003e\nElectronically the bridge pickup has been rewound by Montys. Neck pickup is correct.. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar comes with a non original hard case. \u003cbr\u003e\nAcoustically this guitar has a pleasantly warm tone that certainly tips the hat to Gibson’s archtop heritage. Plugged in the guitar runs the gamut from warm neck pickup to a more honky, biting bridge pickup tone. The neck has the slightly slimmer ‘60 profile and it is very comfortable and a complete delight to play.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is a fantastic example with a tone to match and for a bargain price. A must for any collection. Grab it before it gets away…\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52320969752915,"sku":"R6085 20","price":6995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc04204_b27b8a3c-64d6-4ba7-add4-3972671d8647.jpg?v=1762530944"},{"product_id":"1964-gibson-eb-2","title":"1964 Gibson EB-2, Sunburst","description":"\u003cp\u003eIntroduced alongside the ES-335 in 1959, the EB-2 was touted as \"Gibson's biggest bass invention\" and stayed in the catalogue until 1972 with a brief hiatus in 1963.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is a stunning example, the finish hasn't faded at all. There are a few minor knocks but nothing substantial. The back is in great shape and shows very little damage\u003cbr\u003e\nThe neck too is in great shape with again a few minor bumps but nothing substantial. The fretboard is wear free and the original frets have plenty of life left in them. There are no signs of breaks or resets.\u003cbr\u003e\nHardware and plastics are in good condition with no sign of corrosion or warping.\u003cbr\u003e\nElectrically everything looks correct though the switch has been replaced and some solder joints corrected.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis bass has a phenomenal tone, solid and full and not at all wooly as you might expect. The ‘baritone’ switch is very useful, removing enough low end whilst retaining the intrinsic tone of the bass. The 30” scale stops it from being neck heavy.\u003cbr\u003e\nYou won't find many of these in this condition, a truly iconic tone and surely a must have for any collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52321706115411,"sku":"67271","price":2995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc00748_8bf2c5c8-f14e-4bc4-a00e-4ae8f862ab14.jpg?v=1762533729"},{"product_id":"1970-gibson-les-paul-custom-ohsc","title":"1970 Gibson Les Paul Custom + OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eLes Paul may not have invented amplified music, but he perfected it almost single-handed. He started a revolution in fretted instruments and pickup design which is still going on. And the guitars he designed with Gibson have yet to be surpassed. The demand for them just won't quit. And the pressure to make more has never let up. Okay, you win. We are pleased to announce that more of the original Les Paul Gibsons are available.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis was what Gibson wrote in 1969 about the relaunch of the Les Paul. Swayed by popular demand, Gibson reintroduced the Les Paul to the catalogue in 1968, choosing the ‘56 Standard and the Custom as the candidates. Not an exact replica, the guitar featured a maple cap over its single piece mahogany body with some other design tweaks being a 14 degree headstock angle and a pair of humbuckers. \u003cbr\u003e\nThis guitar really looks the part. The top has a few minor marks and scuffs but nothing substantial and has very little in the way of checking. On the back there is some buckle rash and some more scuffs but this guitar has not been abused.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is an early 1970 guitar with 3 piece body and neck and no 'Made in USA' on back of headstock.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe neck too is in excellent shape with the only minor wear. The fretboard is in good shape with plenty of life left in the frets. Headstock is in good condition. Tuners have been changed for Grovers.\u003cbr\u003e\nHardware shows signs of wear as you'd expect with the gold plating having been worn off. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe plastics are in good condition.\u003cbr\u003e\nElectrically, there don't seem to have been any changes. Both pickups are correct though the solder does look to have been disturbed on one of the pickups..\u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar comes with its correct Gibson Black Tolex hardshell case, in fact it could be slightly earlier than this guitar as it is an orange lined case..\u003cbr\u003e\nThis guitar oozes mojo, the perfect foil for any sonic endeavor. The Patent Number pickups provide such a wide variety of tonal options and the guitar is a joy to play. \u003cbr\u003e\nA killer looking guitar with tone to match, this won't hang around long…\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52321706475859,"sku":"C73459","price":11995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc01328.jpg?v=1762533735"},{"product_id":"1964-rare-gibson-thunderbird-iv-bass-hsc-one-owner","title":"1964 Gibson Thunderbird IV Bass, RARE! + HSC One Owner!","description":"\u003cp\u003eIntroduced in 1963, the Thunderbird IV was Gibson’s latest four string offering featuring the ground breaking stylings of Raymond H. Dietrich and through neck construction. Alongside the Firebird they were ahead of their time. This is the not so common Thunderbird IV and is rare to see anywhere...\u003cbr\u003e\nThis example belonged to Bill Kinsley of The Merseybeats and Liverpool Express (to name but a few) and has been his main instrument ever since it was bought from Selmers in 1964. His companion through countless tours and stages all over the world, its this bass that sent John Entwhistle on his Thunderbird journey, the two having shared a stage in the 70s.\u003cbr\u003e\nIf you scroll down you will see a link to a YouTube video of Bill playing this with Chuck Berry..\u003cbr\u003e\nThe bass is in great shape considering the miles it’s traveled. It's been oversprayed as you can see by the fact the screw holes on the top are filled in. There is a little chip to the wood near the control cavity but otherwise it hasn’t not been beaten up.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe neck is in good shape with what look to be the original frets. It looks to have been broken at some stage and well repaired. The fretboard is in good shape.\u003cbr\u003e\nPlastics are as you'd expect with some fade evident. The gold of the Gibson logo has been repainted on the trussrod cover. The hardware is quite corroded and might need some attention to work properly.\u003cbr\u003e\nElectrically the pickups are correct as are two of the pots date at week 46 of 1963. The tone control is missing its capacitor and wiring has been changed.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt comes with a hardshell case.\u003cbr\u003e\nUnlike most Gibson basses, the Thunderbird has a 34” scale length. Plugged in there's a growl and definition to the sound that is uniquely the Thunderbird’s. \u003cbr\u003e\nIf this bass could talk… A piece of British Pop and Rock history, there's surely a Thunderbird shaped hole in your collection?\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52321706574163,"sku":"151139","price":14995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc01991_f3639aaa-3ee0-413b-b6b4-ee1114cb7d0c.jpg?v=1762533779"},{"product_id":"1973-gibson-les-paul-deluxe-cherry-red-hsc","title":"1973 Gibson Les Paul Deluxe, Cherry Red + HSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eMuch maligned but unsurprisingly Gibson's most popular model of the 1970s, the Les Paul Deluxe’s combination of mahogany body and twin mini humbuckers augmented the sonic palette of this classic instrument becoming the touchstone for 70’s tones.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis example just oozes mojo. The cherry looks great and has worn beautifully. Interestingly, only 760 of the 5194 Deluxe’s shipped in 1973 were finished in cherry. The back of the 2 piece ‘pancake’ body is well worn too. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe three piece mahogany neck shows equal amounts of wear. The fretboard is in good shape, the nut is original, and the original frets still have a plenty of life in them. The headstock has had a chunk from the corner off of it as you can see and tuners have been replaced with Schallers. Bridge and tailpiece are aftermarket versions.\u003cbr\u003e\nPlastics and hardware are in good shape with only some slight wear to be seen on the bridge.\u003cbr\u003e\nElectronically, pots are dated to week 44 of 1973. The pickups have been changed to some very cool sounding P-90's though its not clear the manufacturer. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar comes with a slightly later, late 70's hardshell case.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe unamplified tone has plenty of sustain, as you’d expect from a good Gibson. The P90s are a nice addition sounding suitably sweet and gritty.   \u003cbr\u003e\nA stunning guitar that looks and sounds the part. Grab it before it get away…\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52321706869075,"sku":"S73481","price":4995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc02417_8d0a74a9-ce6a-4c95-9126-543d6ab2fda9.jpg?v=1762533742"},{"product_id":"1969-gibson-flying-v-ohsc","title":"1969 Gibson Flying V + OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is quite a guitar. Part of the 175 guitars made by Gibson at the end of the 60’s when they reintroduced the Flying V to the catalogue. 5 batches were made between 1967 and 1969, all mahogany, finished in either Walnut, Sunburst, Cherry or Sparkling Burgundy (with a handful being in custom colours), these proved far more popular than the initial run a decade prior and were seen in the hands of luminaries such as Leslie West, Marc Bolan and a certain Jimi Hendrix. \u003cbr\u003e\nThis example is from the 5th batch and is one of 34 shipped in 1970 and would have left Kalamazoo with a Walnut finish. It featured a three piece neck, one piece body and maestro trem.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis guitar has also got some history and in fact this is only the second time it has been offered for sale since it was new. This V has been owned by the same owner since 1979, this owner gigged it at various large stages throughout the 80's and 90's with the owners band 'Siam'. The current owner bought the guitar in 1971 from the original owner who re-lacquered it just before the sale, thinking he was doing the new buyer a favour...\u003cbr\u003e\nFrom the pics you would not think it had been re-lacquered but it has..! \u003cbr\u003e\nStructurally this guitar is in excellent condition. So often modified and broken, this one has escaped any of these pitfalls. There are no neck breaks and no rings added or stop tail added.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe neck too is in good condition with no sign of wear to the fretboard. The original fret look to have plenty of life left in them.\u003cbr\u003e\nPlastics and hardware are in good condition with some signs of corrosion to the bridge and the pickguard has shrunk. \u003cbr\u003e\nElectrically, one volume pot has been changed and there has been some solder disturbed.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar comes with its correct hardshell case.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis guitar really sings. Both pickups sound fantastic. The neck is smooth but still plenty of attack, together both pickups roar whilst the bridge pickup really cuts through without any brittleness . Its also a really comfortable guitar to play, even sat down!\u003cbr\u003e\nA real unicorn guitar, regardless of the refinish, this would make a great addition to any guitar collection. You won’t have one already.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52321707524435,"sku":"907107","price":17995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc04091.jpg?v=1762533750"},{"product_id":"1955-gibson-j-200-ohsc","title":"1955 Gibson J-200, Sunburst + OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003e‘Bigger is Better’ was a mantra that permeated all aspects of Gibson’s top-flight guitars in the 1930s. Locked in a super-sized battle with Epiphone, the Super 400 took on the Emperor and Kalamazoo introduced the Super Jumbo to meet a challenge from the East as Martin introduced their new Dreadnought design. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe ‘Super Jumbo’ 200 took some aesthetic cues from the L5 and was initially built using Spruce and rosewood in a double x-braced design. Post-war, maple was used for the back and sides as well as a simple single cross brace. The guitar of choice for a plethora of artists, its a truly iconic guitar with an unrivaled tone.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is a great example, actually one of the best we have seen. It's undoubtedly been played as the top seems to attest but hasn’t faded too much and the burst is still incredibly vibrant. This goes for the back and sides too where the finish really brings out the subtle undulations of the maple. There is some wonderfully checking all over too, adding to the character. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe neck is in good shape too with some minor signs of wear which is the same on the fretboard. The original frets have some life left in them and don’t show signs of excessive wear. The headstock is good too with no signs of repairr. The tuners are correct and work well. There is no sign of neck reset or any signs of repairs.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe saddle and bridge are correct. The pickguard is in good shape.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar comes with its correct Lifton case, with the Lifton logo intact inside the case. It has an improvised handle on it at present and a broken lid hinge.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe 25.5” scale of this guitar gives it a presence that can be lacking in other Gibson acoustics. The extra tension helps chords ring out and gives the guitar a fantastic dynamic range that reacts well to either a light touch or a heavier hand. There is no doubt as to why these were so popular with a wide range of musicians.\u003cbr\u003e\nA rare bird indeed, this would make an excellent addition to any collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52321707622739,"sku":"C73529Klarna","price":10995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc04372.jpg?v=1762533754"},{"product_id":"1979-gibson-es-175-cc-ohsc","title":"1979 Gibson ES-175 CC, Sunburst + OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eA killer 1979 Gibson ES-175 TD CC for all those days of wine and roses… \u003cbr\u003e\nIntroduced in 1949 as a mid level archtop, the ES-175's all laminate construction meant that costs could be kept down. It was also the first Kalamazoo design to feature a Florentine cutaway. Available initially with a single pickup, the double pickup ‘D’ incarnation was introduced officially in 1953. In 1957 it was fitted with a pair of Gibson's new humbucking pickups.This example is quite rare, only 500 having been made between 1979 and 1980. \u003cbr\u003e\nAs you can see from the photos, the guitar itself is in fantastic shape. The top, back and sides show little signs of wear and the lacquer is gorgeously glossy. The finish has faded somewhat but this doesn’t detract from the overall look of the guitar. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe neck too is in stunning condition with a few minor marks.The fretboard is in good condition and the original frets have plenty of life left in them. The headstock shows a few marks as expected and there is no sign of any breaks or repairs. The tuners have been changed.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe hardware and plastics are in great condition \u003cbr\u003e\nElectrically everything is correct.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar comes with its correct Gibson Hardshell case.\u003cbr\u003e\nTonally, this guitar is quite lively. As you’d expect, it’s loud acoustically, exhibiting a pleasing woody tone which comes across when amplified. The pickup  works well to bring out the character of the guitar, taking you from a warm, rounded sound to something altogether more raucous. \u003cbr\u003e\nQuite a find, you won’t see many of these around. An ES-150 with a cutaway or the answer to all your dreams…\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52321707688275,"sku":"C73534","price":3865.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc04595.jpg?v=1762533755"},{"product_id":"1963-gibson-es-175-dn-paf-s-ohsc","title":"1963 Gibson ES-175 DN PAF's + OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eA killer 1963 Gibson ES-175DN, for all those perpetual changes… One of only 74 shipped in 1963.\u003cbr\u003e\nIntroduced in 1949 as a mid level archtop, the ES-175's all laminate construction meant that costs could be kept down. It was also the first Kalamazoo design to feature a Florentine cutaway. Available initially with a single pickup, the double pickup ‘D’ incarnation was introduced officially in 1953. In 1957 it was fitted with a pair of Gibson's new humbucking pickups.\u003cbr\u003e\nAs you can see from the photos, the guitar itself is in fantastic shape. The top, back and sides show little if any signs of wear and the lacquer is gorgeously glossy. The sought after blonde finish hasn’t yellowed much and looks really nice.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe neck too is in stunning condition with some checking and a few minor marks.The fretboard is in good condition and has been refretted. These frets have plenty of life left in them. The headstock shows a few marks as expected but no sign of any changes of tuners. There is no sign of any breaks or repairs. Interestingly there’s a factory Stinger at the heel, Stingers were factory applied to hide an imperfection in the wood, and aren’t a sign of a break\/repair.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe pickguard and pickup covers are original and are in great shape.\u003cbr\u003e\nElectrically everything is correct, with two really good PAF (Patent Applied For) pickups. The neck pickup has been off and back in again and the cover has been removed.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar comes with what looks like the original hard shell case.\u003cbr\u003e\nTonally, this guitar is quite lively. As you’d expect, it’s loud acoustically, exhibiting a pleasing woody tone which comes across when amplified. Both pickups work well together and bring out the character of the guitar, taking you from a warm, rounded sound to something altogether more raucous. .\u003cbr\u003e\nClassic 1963 neck profile, two PAF pickups and Golden Era Gibson construction, what more do you need..?\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52322135540051,"sku":"96750","price":12995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc06412.jpg?v=1762537387"},{"product_id":"1991-firebird-v-celebrity-edition-ohsc","title":"1991 Gibson Firebird V Celebrity Edition + OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eCould this be the best looking Firebird V made...?\u003cbr\u003e\nThis 1991 Gibson Firebird V Celebrity Edition is a rare and interesting piece, featuring the iconic reverse-body design that has made the Firebird a favourite among rock guitarists since its introduction in the 1960s. This special edition was produced in limited quantities, adding to its exclusivity and desirability.\u003cbr\u003e\nEquipped with a pair of powerful mini-humbucker pickups, and a beautiful ebony finish, this Firebird delivers a sharp, biting but full tone with plenty of clarity and sustain—perfect for cutting through a mix with vintage warmth and modern punch. The guitar's mahogany body and neck-through construction contribute to its excellent resonance and sustain, while the iconic Firebird-style headstock and banjo-style tuners complete its distinctive look.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis model features ebony finish, ebony fingerboard, gold plated parts, unique knobs and a limited edition badge on the back of the headstock, making it stand out among standard models. The original knobs have mostly deteriorated so good repros are currently fitted and what is left of the originals are in the original 90's case.\u003cbr\u003e\nFrets are in superb shape and it plays like a demon, with tow superb sounding humbuckers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe cannot remember when we last saw one of these so if your idea of the ultimate Firebird is a black FB V with a FB VII fingerboard and a factory stop tail then look no further...\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52322135638355,"sku":"92681704","price":3250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc06571_9535a37a-0948-4859-a78a-29179e26b7d4.jpg?v=1762537389"},{"product_id":"1980-gibson-les-paul-standard-wine-red-ohsc","title":"1980 Gibson Les Paul Standard Wine Red + OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eA very nice, mainly original 1979\/80 Gibson Les Paul Standard in wine red!\u003cbr\u003e\nMade in the Nashville plant with a maple neck and solid construction this is one of the first LP's to be fitted with the superb Tim Shaw pickups and are in fact stamped April 1979\u003cbr\u003e\nThe body is wine red, a popular colour at the time and is in generally good condition although there is some wear showing on the back of the neck (see pics).\u003cbr\u003e\nThe three piece neck and fretboard are in good condition with life left in the original frets. \u003cbr\u003e\nPlastics are good with the hardware only showing slightest blemishing, the neck ring has been replaced as these are commonly broken but the original is in the original case.\u003cbr\u003e\nElectronically we have a pair of Tim Shaw Humbucking pickups married to some CTS pots, dated from 1978 and 79. All solder is untouched and cavity has date stamp of April 1979.\u003cbr\u003e\nSonically this guitar ticks quite a few boxes. The guitar has a reassuring weight of 4.92Kg and it certainly has all the sonic hallmarks of a great Les Paul. The neck pickup is smooth and clear and the bridge has plenty of bite without ever sounding harsh or brittle. Mixed together there is plenty of clarity and none of the midrange heaviness you would expect.\u003cbr\u003e\nIncluded is the original late 70's 'chainsaw' type plastic case with all the latches working!\u003cbr\u003e\nA real nice example that has been played and loved. Grab it before it gets away...\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52322135998803,"sku":"C73593","price":2999.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc07016.jpg?v=1762537390"},{"product_id":"1958-gibson-es-335-td-ohsc-candy-nr-mint","title":"1958 Gibson ES-335 TD + OHSC + Candy - Nr MINT!","description":"\u003cp\u003eProbably one of the nicest, playing and sounding guitars we have ever had here and dare I say it, the finest dot neck ES-335 available for sale right now. Anywhere.\u003cbr\u003e\nThese first generation, early ES-335’s are really something quite special. The combination of the thin top and the PAF pickups is pretty magical and together with a beautiful round, chunky-ish neck and unbound fingerboard it really is one guitar to consider being at the top of your hit list and this is probably the nicest one you will see.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is an early, 1958 Gibson ES-335 TD in a very strong, excellent plus condition. It has a beautiful dark sunburst, pre Micky Mouse ears and is one of the early ones with an unbound fingerboard. There are estimated to be only around 150 of these early versions made.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is serial number A28098 with a FON number of T 4893 26 and has a brown Lifton 5 latch case with pink lining plus all the lovely case candy you see pictured. Both (double black) PAF pickups have never been opened and all solder we can see on the pots etc is totally undisturbed. It has a very good neck angle with a full height ABR-1 bridge and a really nice action just as it is.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is a joy to play even though the bridge is flat on the top, I cannot imagine that anyone would want the action any lower but if you do, you will have to shave the bottom of that ABR-1 a tad.\u003cbr\u003e\nEverything about this lovely guitar sings. You barely need an amplifier as it is so resonant acoustically and if we ever get round to doing a video, I will record it acoustically too so you can hear yourselves. The neck is just beautiful and feels perfect. Frets are original and in superb shape with just s small amount of play wear. \u003cbr\u003e\nAside from a few dings on the edge of the headstock, the guitar looks to be near MINT - have a look at the photos and you will see what I mean. A strong vibrant finish with no buckle rash and hardly any wear on the back of the neck or fingerboard.\u003cbr\u003e\nThere is none of the usual cracking around the jack socket on the first layer of ply, just a small amount of checking in that area. Rest of the guitar has zero checking and still retains that shiny new look. Almost time capsule in appearance.\u003cbr\u003e\nAll hardware is correct, including the long guard, single line Kluson tuners with tips in perfect shape (they did not start to rot until a year later) and the short seam tailpiece. The PAF’s have been unopened and are both strong and balanced with readings at 7.6k and 7.8k. The pots are the correct style Centralab 500k with bumble bee caps and all plastic, rings, knobs switch tip are correct.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is probably the finest ES-335 for sale right now and a rare sight over here. Any questions, just ask or pop in try it out and prepare to be blown away...\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52322136097107,"sku":"C73598","price":64995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc07298.jpg?v=1762537393"},{"product_id":"1963-gibson-es-355-ohsc","title":"1963 Gibson ES-355 + OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eLooks and tone, its time for an early 1963 Gibson ES-355 TDSVC in your life…\u003cbr\u003e\nThis guitar is in good condition. There are some signs of wear, the finish has picked up some blemishing and there are a few minor dinks. The colour overall has faded a little but still retains that rich cherry hue.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe neck is in good shape with some signs of wear. The frets and fretboard are in good condition, frets have some good of life left in them.\u003cbr\u003e\nHardware is in good condition and working perfectly. This being an early '63 means that it has the sideways trem and the Grover tuners. The pickup covers have tarnished a little but the pickguard is in excellent condition and has not disintegrated.\u003cbr\u003e\nElectrically all is correct with 2x early PAT Number pickups which sound great! An extra ground wire has been added to the bridge pickup. All pots and wiring are original so far as we can see.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar comes with its correct hardshell case.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is a well balanced instrument with a confident, rootsy acoustic tone. The neck is comfortable and familiar with easy access to the upper frets. The Patent number pickups add that classic punch, bite and warmth, arguably the last of Gibson’s classic humbucking pickups .\u003cbr\u003e\nA killer looking and sounding guitar. Every day should be 355 day…\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52322136588627,"sku":"C73576","price":15295.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc08132_fbadd669-7c66-4c76-90da-ea5c8fb56e78.jpg?v=1762537401"},{"product_id":"2014-gibson-les-paul-r8-vos-ox4-pickups-ohsc","title":"2014 Gibson Les Paul R8 VOS OX4 pickups + OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis guitar is a real stunner in superb condition (as much as a VOS can be!) Very well cared for, the guitar possesses a slightly figured top which is married to an impressive single piece mahogany body making quite the package. \u003cbr\u003e\nAs with the body, the single piece neck shows very little signs of use. The grain is wonderfully showcased here. The Indian rosewood fretboard is in great shape as are the medium jumbo frets.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe plastics are in good condition as is the hardware which has been subtly aged to VOS specs.\u003cbr\u003e\nElectrically, we have a pair of Mark Stow's amazing OX4 pickups with the original pair of Custom bucker humbucking pickups included in the case. It also comes with the obligatory reproduction bumblebee caps.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar comes with its Gibson Custom Shop hard-shell case and all the extensive documentation you see in the pics.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt's a joy to play, perfectly set up with a sublime ‘58 profile neck and the wonderful OX4 pickups delivering those unique PAF-like tones.\u003cbr\u003e\nLooks and tone to die for, what more could you want...?\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52322136785235,"sku":"C73618","price":3695.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc09296.jpg?v=1762537403"},{"product_id":"1961-gibson-es-330-tdc-ossc","title":"1961 Gibson ES-330 TDC + OSSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eIntroduced in 1959 as the successor to the ES-225, the ES-330 bridged the gap between the new centre block guitars and Gibson’s classic archtops of the previous decades, becoming a firm favorite with players such as BB King and Grant Green not to mention the rhythm guitar of choice for many.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe finish has kept its deep colour both front and back. There are signs of use and some dinks to the finish. The cherry stain really accentuates the grain pattern of the maple and the finish has retained some of its gloss. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe same can be said for the neck which is in good condition. The lacquer has worn but is comfortable. The fretboard is in good condition and there's plenty of life left in the frets. It has had different tuners on at some stage and the ones on there right now are repros. The truss rod cover has also been changed.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe plastics are in great shape with no warping of the pickguard. The knobs are probably from around 63 or 64. The hardware shows some signs of use which is to be expected and the bridge is a later chrome ABR-1.\u003cbr\u003e\nElectronically everything looks to be correct, solder joints being untouched and both pickups undisturbed. There is a strong output from both pickups with original windings. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar comes with a correct softshell case. \u003cbr\u003e\nAcoustically this guitar has a pleasantly warm tone that certainly tips the hat to Gibson’s archtop heritage. Plugged in the guitar runs the gamut from warm neck pickup to a more honky, biting bridge pickup tone. The neck has the classic early 60’s slim, flat neck profile and it is very comfortable and a complete delight to play.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is a nice example with a tone to match. A must for any collection. Grab it before it gets away…\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52322137178451,"sku":"23086","price":7995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc09896.jpg?v=1762537408"},{"product_id":"1949-gibson-l-5c-ohsc","title":"1949 Gibson L-5C + OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eBeautiful Gibson L-5C from 1949 in a wonderfully aged Cremona Brown finish that perfectly accentuates the fine carve to the Spruce top and highlights the figure to the Maple back, sides and neck. An excellent example of Gibson heritage, the guitar is testament to the quality of the high-end instruments Gibson was producing as the post-war era met the 1950’s.Introduced in 1922 and developed by Lloyd Loar the L-5 was the first guitar by any manufacturer to combine a carved top and back, f-holes, an adjustable truss rod and a neck that joined the body at the 14th fret. Part of the Master Model series of instruments the L-5 would remain the flagship guitar for Gibson until the release of the Super 400 in 1935. Early examples had a 16-inch body with the neck joining at the 14th fret, constructed from two sections of maple with a dark center seam, the \"Snake head\" headstock design was bound and inlaid with a diagonal \"The Gibson\" logo and Gibson's iconic flowerpot motif in pearl. The finest Spruce was reserved for the soundboard and the backs and sides were a mixture of Maple and Birch. As a high end, professional grade instrument the L-5 would undergo many changes in the following years, constantly evolving as players' needs necessitated evolving from the original 16-inch wide, non-cutaway design, through to the 17-inch \"Advanced\" model in 1934 to the use of the longer 25-½ inch scale length that became a permanent feature in 1938, on to the Venetian cutaway equipped L-5 Premier in 1939 and finally the L-5 went electric with L-5CES in 1951. Shipped in 1949, this example would have been one of the earlier L-5's to bear the L-5C title with the evolution from L-5 Premier happening in 1948. Featuring a 17” body with uniformly grained Spruce top, large bound F holes and 5-ply edge binding, figured curly Maple back, rims and neck. Internally as expected the guitar has parallel spruce top braces. The two piece Maple neck has a dark center lamination and unusually for an L5 a bound Rosewood fingerboard. It was during this period that Gibson suffered an Ebony shortage and other examples of Rosewood L-5s can be seen in 1948 and 1949. The neck otherwise follows Gibsons post-war convention with a bound headstock that features an intricately inlayed pearl flowerpot inlay and large Gibson script logo that had recently been discontinued and replaced by the then-new, now-familiar modern block logo on some models. The fingerboard is inlayed with large Pearl block inlays. The tuners are gold-plated Kluson Sealfasts with translucent celluloid Keystone buttons, a feature in place since 1940. The tailpiece is the non-hinged adjustable L-5 Vari-Tone tailpiece found on the L-5 from 1939. Gibson's records show only 23 sunburst L-5C shipped in 1949. The guitars serial number - A-3483 places the instruments production into the later part of the year. The original 5-ply cellulose tortoise pickguard, although supplied with the guitar has 'off-gassed' so the guitar comes with an excellent reproduction pickguard from Paul Fox at Fox Guitars fitted to the original bracket. The guitar is in great condition structurally and cosmetically, it plays very well with good geometry and decent height to the dressed frets. The paper thin finish shows signs of use with dings, dents and scrapes throughout but nothing to detract from the appearance of a near 75 year old guitar. The finish has aged to a wonderful amber hue and the gold hardware has softened most notably to the tailpiece. The fast, slim neck shows wear to the lacquer from use, with a contemporary feeling oval profile it has a nut width of 43.09 and a 1st fret depth of 22.97mm. The guitar has a lively percussive voice, well balanced and with plenty of presence it has a clear, crisp and dry tone equally suited for rhythm as well as melody lines. The guitar comes with the photographed, highly desirable Geib 'Airline Tweed' Case. All in all a stunning, rare piece of Gibson history, and a wonderful instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52322137243987,"sku":"A 3483","price":11995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc00018_f948c88e-3aec-4295-8ca4-0dd24fd14259.jpg?v=1762537409"},{"product_id":"1983-gibson-flying-v-heritage-reissue-korina-ohsc","title":"1983 Gibson Flying V Heritage Reissue, Korina + OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eExcellent Korina Gibson Flying V Reissue from 1983 in superb original condition throughout. Part of the highly sought after run of Heritage Reissues released in 1982 this was the first time Gibson had produced a Flying V in Korina since the extremely rare first-generation run of the 1950’s. \u003cbr\u003e\nProduced in very low numbers they were a comparatively accurate reissue, right down to the Korina body and neck dot inlayed rosewood fingerboard, gold hardware throughout, 2 PAF humbucker pickups, body-through stringing with Tune-o-matic bridge and V shaped Anchor plate and the original style headstock with 17° angle. The run continued intro 1984 Now 40 years old, the guitar is a fantastic example in wonderful original condition. The finish is clean throughout with the Antique Natural clear coat highlighting the grain perfectly. The headstock is crisp with no marks to the edges, the front displays the raised plastic Gibson logo and the reverse a low C004 ink stamped serial number. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe three piece Korina neck meets the body at the 21st fret just like the original guitars from ’58 and is topped with an unbound Rosewood fingerboard with dot position markers. The guitar retains its original nut and frets. The hardware is gold plated, plating is still bright throughout and shows very little rub through or wear. Tuners are Kluson Deluxe Style with keystone buttons. The Bridge is a no-wire Patent Tune-o-Matic with plated saddles. \u003cbr\u003e\nPlastics are in equally good condition with the black, wide bevel pickguard, truss rod cover and bonnet knobs mirroring the type used in ’58. The pickups are a pair of Tim Shaw Humbuckers with 153 and 154 ink codes. Described in the Gibson Publicity sheet as Pat. Appl. For humbucking pickups these highly regarded pickups were Gibsons earliest attempt at reissuing the original 50’s PAF designed by pickup guru Tim Shaw. Pot source codes are solder obscured but everything looks clean and untouched under the hood.The guitar is a great player, featherweight at 6.5lbs with a lively resonant acoustic voice. The V shape and Korina wood combination offer something different tonally with a sweet, high end sparkle to the acoustic and amplified voice. The pickups measure 7.05k in the neck and 7.13K in the bridge, an addictive guitar to play it offers great tones wether clean, edge-of-break-up of fully broke up. The neck is a medium C profile with unrestricted access to the fret board. The nut measures a comfortable 43.33mm with 1st and 12th fret depth measurements at 22.15 and 25.44mm. A rare instrument that ticks all the boxes wether for player or collector alike. The guitar comes with its original Gibson branded black case.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52322137571667,"sku":"C 004","price":8495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc00103.jpg?v=1762537413"},{"product_id":"1956-gibson-eb-1-bass-ohsc","title":"1956 Gibson EB-1 Bass + OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eSuperb mid-fifties Gibson Electric Bass or EB as it was initially known. Released in 1953 as a response to Fender releasing the Precision Bass in 1951 the two instruments couldn’t have been farther apart with the now iconic Violin shape thanks in part to Les Paul. The Gibson EB-1 bass shipped for just five years between 1953 and 1958, with 526 basses produced before being replaced with the new Thinlline EB-2 model. The EB-1 was briefly reissued between 1970 and 1973 with a further 473 shipped. Designed to appeal to the traditional bass player who may be hesitant to adopt the new form of playing bass. Gibson even included a telescopic stand (missing from this example) that would fit into the bottom strap button, that would allow you to play the bass standing up. \u003cbr\u003e\nFeaturing a solid mahogany body, carved from a single piece of Mahogany with a Mahogany set neck, Rosewood fingerboard and a natural Mahogany finish. The EB would also feature a short (30.5”) scale length. The original EB bass had a single coil pickup that was designed by Gibson engineers Walter Fuller and Seth Lover. The coil had 250000 turns, and was so large, it was rotated to fit in the route, explaining why the polepieces were along one edge, rather than in the center.  \u003cbr\u003e\nAppointments were on a par with Gibsons’s mid-level solid body guitars with dot-position markers, nickel plated hardware and single-ply plastics. The finely sculpted body is accented by a double black purfling stripe on both the top and bottom of the body alongside simulated f-holes - a subtle inclusion that adds a degree of Gibson class to an otherwise fairly plain instrument. The hardware comprises Kluson banjo style tuners and Gibsons new Bass specific stud bridge\/tailpiece combination. The Brown plastics comprise the pickup cover, elevated pickguard and numbered barrel knobs. \u003cbr\u003e\nThis guitar dates to 1956 and is of only 65 shipped that year and is in fantastically preserved condition internally and externally and with the exception of a replacement input jack plate is as it left the factory. The original single coil pickup is safely housed beneath its brown Royalite cover and measures a whopping 19.99K!, pots are Centralab bearing a late 53 source code and Capacitors are Cornell-Dubilier. The neck has a rounded C profile with a 43.23mm nut width. The depth at the 1st and 12th fret are 23.49mm and 35.16mm. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar comes with its original contoured pink lined brown case\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52322137768275,"sku":"614120","price":6450.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc00229_9e0c610f-5cc1-4e87-b095-c99e25bbbaa5.jpg?v=1762537415"},{"product_id":"1970-gibson-sg-special-cherry-hsc","title":"1970 Gibson SG Special, Cherry + HSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eSuper cool 69\/70 Gibson SG Special that’s been modded for humbuckers and a tune-o-matic\/stop tail. A killer vintage players Kalamazoo Gibson with no repairs to the usual headstock or heel areas. Strong Cherry red with the iconic late 60’s batwing pickguard.\u003cbr\u003e\nFeaturing a lightweight double cut Honduras Mahogany body with a three piece Mahogany neck. A bound Rosewood fingerboard with pearl dots and a Pearl inlayed Headstock logo complete the traditional Gibson Special appointments. The serial number range is for 1970-1972 but the lack of Volute and Made in USA stamp to the rear of the headstock indicate a very late ’69\/early 70 production date. SG’s from this period features the revised heel joint, five-ply ‘Batwing’ pickguard and Witch hat knobs that define the SG though the second half of the sixties and into the early seventies. \u003cbr\u003e\nThis guitar has had some changes along the way and as well as the stop tail conversion the tuners were at some point changed but it is now sporting correct period replacements with drew holes plugged. It currently has a reproduction Tailpiece and short Vibrola fitted now it has reverted back to its original spec with the bonus that the new bridge-tailpiece is intoned for a plain G string. The most recognisable chance comes in the form of a pair of period Gibson Humbuckers fitted. Thanks to the production of the SG model during this period there was no need to route the body underneath the pickguard. The pickups themselves are a Gibsons Patent Sticker Humbuckers dating from the late sixties\/ early seventies.The chrome covers have been replaced with Nickel ones but there is no reason to believe the pickups have been re-wound. Inside the control cavity noting looks to have been disturbed with the exception of the pickup wires. The CTS pots have their date codes obscured but the visible part code is correct for the SG Special from this period. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitars finish still has a nice strong cherry hue, there are areas of wear and the odd knock and bump, all consistent with a guitar that has been used regularly. The headstock, heel and input are all free of cracks and repairs and the guitar has a consistent UV signature under blacklight although there looks to have been some localised lacquer work to the top where the forearm rests and the pickguard has additional holes and a brushed finish.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe neck has a typical late sixties chunky C profile with a nut width of 40.08mm. Depth at the first fret is a slim 20.65mm tapering out to a fatter 24.65mm at the 12th fret. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar weighs in at a featherweight 6.35bs and comes with a modern ABS Case.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52322138587475,"sku":"C73647","price":2750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc00333_08c9d55c-c9a0-4c45-942c-1db741077e18.jpg?v=1762537418"},{"product_id":"1981-gibson-les-paul-deluxe-natural-ohsc","title":"1981 Gibson Les Paul Deluxe, Natural + OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eVery nice early 80’s Les Paul Deluxe in a very clean but seldom seen Natural finish. A great looking guitar that with the exception of a like-for-like replacement Bridge is in excellent, original condition. First shipped in the very early 70’s the Les Paul Deluxe would replace the Les Paul Standard that itself had only just been reissued in 1968. In essence the Deluxe was very similar to the 1969 Standard with the Mini-Humbucker pickups replacing the P-90 pickups of the Standard. Initially released only in Goldtop finish, the Deluxe would be offered in numerous other finishes as the decade progressed. The Deluxe was a good seller for Gibson and remained in the catalogue until the 1980’s and has subsequently been recently reissued.This early ‘80s model is a great example in fantastic original condition. The serial number dates the guitar to 1981 and the guitar has all the traits to conform with this. By the 1980’s the Deluxe had lost the ‘pancake’ body it was associated with in the Seventies. The now 3-piece maple neck contrasts visually with the Mahogany body. The rosewood fingerboard is inlayed with Trapezoid inlays. The headstock is still the larger style utilised by Gibson from the late-sixties onwards. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe headstock has an impressed serial number with a ‘Made in USA’ stamp below. There is a small volute as the headstock transitions into the neck. The Natural finish is in great condition throughout. Natural was offered from 1975 onwards but with less than 500 produced the finish is amongst the rarest produced during the Deluxe's initial run. \u003cbr\u003e\nElectronics comprise of two excellent sounding original PAT stamped Mini-humbuckers with ink codes, a full set of CTS pots dating to 1981 and two ceramic caps. The loom looks very tidy with no evidence of solder joints being disturbed. Pickups measure 6.5K and 6.15K in the neck and the bridge respectively. The bridge is a new replacement Gibson Nashvile ABR. Tuners are the Gibson branded type used through this period of production. Some of the shafts are bent but the tuners all function as intended.The guitar retains its original frets with binding nibs present. The guitar plays nicely with a low fast action. The neck is the traditional seventies oval Les Paul profile with bit more depth than the early seventies guitars. This neck has a depth of 22.07 mm at the first fret filling out to a palm filling 25mm at the 12th fret. The nut width is a generous 43.25mm. Acoustically the guitar has a lively ring and plugged in the guitar sounds like a great Les Paul Deluxe with the mini humbuckers offering brighter and snappier tones than full sized humbuckers but with without losing the warmth and weight of a good set of humbuckers.The guitar comes with its original ‘Chainsaw Case.’\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52322138653011,"sku":"82671530","price":3850.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc00517.jpg?v=1762537420"},{"product_id":"2015-gibson-custom-cs9-50s-les-paul-standard-vos-bourbon-burst-ohsc","title":"2015 Gibson Custom CS9 50s Les Paul Standard VOS, Bourbon Burst + OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eSuperb 2015 Gibson Custom Les Paul Standard Reissue in a fantastic looking Bourbon Burst with a beautifully figured top reminiscent of the Perry Burst. A great example of the ever popular Gibson Custom Les Paul Standard Reissue, featuring a particularly nice figured maple top with a carve that really shows off the finish and figure. Tight, straight grained Mahogany body and neck with a dark Indian Rosewood fingerboard with trapezoid inlays. The one piece neck is the ever desirable ’59 spec. with a great feeling profile that fills the hand yet remains superbly comfortable. \u003cbr\u003e\nElectronics are stock with great sounding PAF-a-like Gibson Alnico III CustomBucker pickups, Bumblebee Capacitors and CTS Pots. The VOS finish is in great condition, with only the odd mark and some light wear to the back lowering the scorecard. Hardware consists of Reissue Kluson Deluxe tuners with keystone buttons, accurate 50’s style Truss-rod cover, pickup surrounds and cream pickguard with 50’s Gold top hat knobs. The guitar weights in at just under the magic 9lbs mark. The neck has a 43.22mm wide nut with a depth at the 1st fret of 23.02 increasing to 25.82 at the 12th. The CustomBucker Pickups measure 7.65K and 8.11 in the neck and bridge respectively.A great looking Reissue at a nice weight and two great sounding humbuckers all complete with its original brown Reissue case and Certificate.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52322138784083,"sku":"CS90058","price":3850.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc00550.jpg?v=1762537421"},{"product_id":"2009-gibson-billy-gibbons-pearly-gates-les-paul-aged-ohsc","title":"2009 Gibson Billy Gibbons \"Pearly Gates\" Les Paul, Aged + OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eReleased in 2009 as an exacting replica of the legendary ZZ Top guitarist Billy Gibbons 1959 Les Paul Standard “Pearly Gates”, a guitar owned by Gibbons since 1968 and purchased from a farmer in Houston it has featured on every ZZ Top track to date.\u003cbr\u003e\nRenowned for their recreations of legendary guitars the team at Gibson Custom set out to create the best historic replica to date with the Pearly Gates Limited edition model. Offered in three options and produced in a limited quantity of only 350 guitars – 250 received Gibson Custom’s patented V.O.S. finish, 50 were aged to look exactly like the original Pearly Gates, and a further 50 were aged and personally signed and played by Gibbons himself. This is a superb example of one of the 50 Aged models.\u003cbr\u003e\nHaving been given unrivalled access to the original instrument, every detail was scrutinised from the carefully matched highly figured Maple top to the accurately faded sunburst finish. This model is arguably one of the most sought after and highly prized Artist instruments Gibson Custom has ever produced. \u003cbr\u003e\nFrom the original Gibson listing: \u003cbr\u003e\n“The new Billy Gibbons ‘Pearly Gates’ Les Paul is as close as it gets to owning the real thing. And it all starts with the traditional marriage of select tonewoods that make up Pearly Gates’ body – a solid, non-weight relieved mahogany back topped with a hand-carved figured maple top that was carefully selected especially for Gibbons’ Pearly Gates model. The maple tops from the late 1950s and early 1960s remain one of the Les Paul’s most distinguishing features, and the tops selected for the Billy Gibbons ‘Pearly Gates’ are as beautiful and figured as the one that adorns the original. Single-ply cream binding surrounds the top of each guitar, helping to protect its edges but also adding a touch of elegance that remains a fundamental part of Gibson’s rich guitar-making history.”\u003cbr\u003e\n“One of the more storied aspects of Gibson’s legendary Les Pauls of the late 1950s were the variations of the initial Billy Gibbons Burst finishes applied to them. Because of an inconsistency in the initial batch of red paint, the finished color had a tendency to fade when exposed to the elements. Of course, the amount of fading was determined by each guitar’s exposure to the elements, resulting in several improbable variations of the same finish. On Billy Gibbons’ celebrated Pearly Gates, the finish has darkened somewhat around the edges, but the beautiful grain of the figured maple top comes through prominently all the way around the guitar. The master craftsmen at Gibson Custom have successfully recreated this subtle variation on the new Billy Gibbons ‘Pearly Gates’ Les Paul, even down to the original’s distinct red mahogany back. Granted, no two guitars can ever possibly have exactly the same top and finish. But this may be as close as it gets.”\u003cbr\u003e\nThe story of how Gibbons acquired ‘Pearly Gates’ is almost as famous as the guitar itself. As told by the Reverend Willie G. himself, the story begins in the late 1960s with an old, beat up Packard automobile that used to be ZZ Top’s main ride – all three of them and their entourage. “That automobile served us well,” Gibbons said. “It was huge, flashy and lowered, but not intentionally – it was just, plain old.” Not long after getting the Packard, one of band’s “girlfriends” decided to head to California to try out for a part in a movie, and the band was kind enough to let her use the Packard to get there. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to legend, she landed the part, and the band christened the car with the name \"Pearly Gates\" because they thought “it must have had divine connections.” At some point, the girlfriend sold the car and sent the money back to the band. “The very day the money arrived, a guy called me up wanting to sell me a ’59 Sunburst Les Paul,” Gibbons reflected. “I bought the guitar and called the girlfriend to thank her for being so kind. She said, ‘It looks like the car went for a good cause. Since the money that put the guitar in our lap came from selling the Packard, we'll lay claim to the name Pearly Gates. Now you can go make divine music.’ Try as I may, I haven't been able to find another guitar that sounds as heavenly.” And that’s the legend of Gibbons’ storied ‘Pearly Gates’ Les Paul. Gibson’s 1959 Les Paul Standards may be the Holy Grail of electric solid body guitars, but Gibbons’ ‘Pearly Gates’ may be the most desirable of all.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52322138980691,"sku":"GIBBONS #034","price":19995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc00295.jpg?v=1762537425"},{"product_id":"1963-gibson-j-200-sunburst-hsc","title":"1963 Gibson J-200, Sunburst + HSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eWonderful early 60’s Gibson J-200 resplendent in its original Sunburst finish. A cherished instrument that has been played and feels perfectly broken in, it has been modified with a Stratocaster pickup much like a J-160e and a single volume control on the upper bout. The perfect players J-200!\u003cbr\u003e\nThe J-200 is Gibsons flagship, top of the range flat top acoustic guitar. It made its first appearance in 1937 initially called the Super Jumbo, changing early to the Super Jumbo 200. The retail price was $200 with very few examples shipped, the ledgers show that only 25 left the factory in 1938. Early pre-war examples featured rosewood back and sides. Production of the Super Jumbo 200 ceased during the Second World War as Gibson scaled down manufacture and upon its re-release in 1947 the specification had changed mainly to the back and sides changing from Rosewood to figured Maple with Natural finish becoming an option in 1948. \u003cbr\u003e\nConstantly evolving the 1950’s would see the SJ-200 body depth increase to 4 7\/8” in 1952 and in 1955 the model name was shortened to J-200. By 1961 the J-200 would receive a gold Tune-o-matic adjustable bridge with a newly designed ‘closed’ moustache bridge and 1963 would see the introduction of a five piece laminated neck.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis fantastic guitar dates to 1963 and is one of only 163 shipped that year. It features a straight grain Sitka spruce top, the Maple back and sides are highly figured as is the wood selected for the five piece maple neck. The bound ‘stinger’ headstock features a pearl inlayed Gibson Logo and Crown inlay. The bound Brazilian Rosewood fingerboard is inlayed with Pearl Crest position markers and the Pearl inlayed Rosewood bridge has had the ABR-1 replaced with a well made rosewood fillet with traditional saddle. Tuners are gold plated Kluson Wafflebacks. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe original Sunburst finish looks great, there is wear throughout but nothing to detract from the guitars overall appearance and if anything adds to the guitars cool factor. There is one minor area of DIY touch up on the bass side of the neck by the first fret. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar feels great in use, the neck has the perfect slim to medium early 60’s profile with a depth at the first fret of 20.8mm increasing to 23.37mm at the 7th fret. The nut has a width of 42.8mm. The guitar sounds excellent, a great singer- strummer but also sweet when fingerpicked or flat picked. This one has a bigger voice than some J-200 can especially in the low end. The Stratocaster pickup works surprisingly well offering an alternative to the standard Acoustic pickup options. We think the addition is cool, the guitar was adapted for use with no fear of affecting its value but if the future owner wanted the mod remedied its a cosmetic repair most luthiers would be able to fix and achieve a great result.  \u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar plays well in the first position it is worth advising that the action does increase to just over 3.5mm at the 12th fret and depending on the next owners preference a neck re-set may want to be considered.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar comes with a well fitted modern case.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52322300625235,"sku":"C73664","price":7995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc00614_e9182958-1b2a-487c-955f-9806aab89e2c.jpg?v=1762539186"},{"product_id":"1965-gibson-es-175-dn-natural-50s-hsc","title":"1965 Gibson ES-175 DN, Natural + 50s HSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eStunning 1965 Gibson ES-175DN in rare, natural finish. This is one of approximately 57 Natural finish 175's shipped in 1965.\u003cbr\u003e\nElectronics wise the guitar retains its original Pat Sticker humbucking pickups, which deliver the warm, articulate tone these models are celebrated for. The wiring is entirely stock, the pots housed in their original cans and the guitar’s circuitry all preserved. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe single-piece Mahogany neck has had its finish stripped giving the neck a smooth, comfortable feel. The nut has been replaced but the guitar retains its original frets and currently plays very well.. The nut width is 42.1mm, and the neck depth is 19.87mm at the first fret and 22.72mm at the twelfth fret. Overall it has a fairly slim C profile that’s fast and comfortable in the hand.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar has 5 original Kluson double line\/double ring tuners and an earlier single line version on the top E string. Other original parts and appointments include the wide bevel pickguard, chrome zigzag tailpiece, crown headstock inlay, orange \"Union Made\" label and gold reflector knobs.\u003cbr\u003e\nWhile this guitar is in excellent condition overall, there are a couple of minor cosmetic imperfections, namely a small crack near the input jack and a filled strap button hole on the upper bout.\u003cbr\u003e\nA highly coveted instrument with a timeless design, the 175 has become a favourite among jazz, blues, and rock musicians alike. All in all this is an excellent, rare and desirable example complete with earlier brown Lifton case.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52322300756307,"sku":"361807","price":7995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc00940a.jpg?v=1762539187"},{"product_id":"1968-gibson-trini-lopez-custom-deluxe-sunburst-ohsc","title":"1968 Gibson Trini Lopez Custom Deluxe, Sunburst + OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eVery cool and rarely seen example of on of the more outlandish Gibson designs of the sixties, the wonderful Trini Lopez Deluxe. Part of the Artist series of Signature guitars alongside models for Johnny Smith, Barney Kessel and Tal Farlow. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe Trini Lopez Deluxe was accompanied by the Trini Lopez Standard with both models quite different in design whilst sharing certain features: the Firebird-style headstock, split diamond neck inlays, Trini Lopez emblem tailpiece and bound diamond sound holes. Released in 1964 a total of 335 Trini Lopez Deluxe shipped before the model was discontinued in 1971. Featuring a large 17 inch body that shares the same deep double cutaway silhouette as the Barney Kessel Regular that Lopez used himself in the early sixties. A Mahogany neck with Firebird style headstock with a six-on-a-side tuners. The Ebony fingerboard has split Diamond position markers, a detail that is continued with the Diamond F-holes. Appointments include a bound body. neck and headstock, a trapeze tailpiece with raised diamond and Trini Lopez wooden insert. \u003cbr\u003e\nElectronically the Lopez Deluxe is traditionally Gibson with the exception of the additional three-way standby switch on the bass bout. This guitar has typical features for 1968, with chrome-plated hardware, enclosed single unit Grover Roto-Matic tuners, the amp-style black moulded knobs have been replaced for the earlier style black reflector type. Internally complete, the pickups are the original Gibson Pat. No. And the pots are still within their protective cans. The guitar is in great shape with little fading to the vibrant Sunburst finish. The original pickguard has gone the way of so many celluloid pickguards and is missing but there is no marking or damage to the guitar top. The neck is a fast feeling late sixties profile that oddly works well with such a big guitar. Nut width is 40mm with the tapering neck measuring 20.1mm at the 1st fret and increasing to 24.3mm at the 12th. Pickups measure a balanced 7.05k and 7.02k in the neck and bridge position measured form the input jack. These seldom come up in the UK, an unmistakable, rare Gibson that sounds and plays great. The guitar comes with a period Case.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52322300821843,"sku":"895733","price":6995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc00970.jpg?v=1762539189"},{"product_id":"2016-gibson-custom-mark-knopfler-58-les-paul-std-vos-ohsc","title":"2016 Gibson Custom Mark Knopfler '58 Les Paul Std, VOS + OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is the one everybody wanted, the 2016 Mark Knopfler 1958 Les Paul Standard, handcrafted by Gibson Custom after intense hands-on analysis of the original, to match the neck profile, top carve, look, feel, and tone of Knopfler's own exalted original ’58 ’Burst. This is the second of this fantastic run we have had through the store and each has been a stand out instrument. Demand for this model unsurprisingly exceeded Gibson’s estimations with all 150 quickly sold on pre-order leading to a lot of disappointed Knopfler fans.\u003cbr\u003e\nFeaturing a 1-piece Mahogany body with a 2-piece figured Maple top. 1-piece Mahogany neck, double-carved with an accurate ‘Knopfler’ profile replicating that of the original guitar. An Indian Rosewood fingerboard with hand-rolled Binding and Cellulose trapezoid inlays. Hide glue neck construction and tubeless historic truss rod. The finish is Nitrocellulose throughout with an authentic cherry back and neck and a wonderfully faded ‘Knopfler 'Burst’ sunburst finish. \u003cbr\u003e\nPickups are carefully wound CustomBucker PAF pickups with Alnico III magnets and the hardware is period-correct nickel plated and plastics are Gibson Standard Historic.  \u003cbr\u003e\nThis guitar is Number 35 of the run of 150 and is in excellent collector grade condition, it has seen light home use but has treated with care by the previous owner. Selected for its weight, this is one of the lightest non-chambered Gibson Custom Les Paul's we have had in the shop sitting at 8.3lbs; about as light as it gets for a Les Paul. It also has a very authentic looking top with a really attractive ribbon-like flame. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe neck carve feels great in the hand, it is a large neck but the profile is more refined than some of the earlier ’58 Reissue necks can be. Measurements are 23.79mm at the 1st fret and 25.62mm at the 12 fret. The nut measures 43.11mm. Gibson CustomBuckers are consistently good sounding pickups but they sound particularly good in this guitar providing some of the closest PAF like tones we’ve had out of a reissue Les Paul. Measuring 7.94K in the neck and 7.84K in the bridge. The guitar has a loud acoustic voice and plays effortlessly in part thanks to the guitar's very light weight. \u003cbr\u003e\nWhen amplified the guitar really comes alive, its loud, zingy acoustic voice translates into a chiming and open bridge pickup with presence and a hollow PAF like honk. The neck pickup sounds warm but retains a woody clarity and a rounded treble. The middle setting balances well between them both with the bridge pickup dominant enough to make itself present.\u003cbr\u003e\nAlways destined to be a popular run of guitars, the Mark Knopfler ’58 Les Paul Standard is a great instrument that will appeal to all players thanks to its authentic Burst like tones, wide ribbon top and featherweight construction. The guitar itself is one of the good ones - a great playing, feeling and sounding Les Paul, inspiring to play and stunning to look at. These seldom come to market making this a perfect Les Paul for collectors and players alike. The guitar comes with its original brown Reissue Les Paul case, Mark Knopfler Certificate of Authenticity and all additional paperwork and tags\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52322301018451,"sku":"MK .035","price":16995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc01980.jpg?v=1762539192"},{"product_id":"2006-gibson-custom-joe-perry-signature-boneyard-les-paul-std-ohsc","title":"2006 Gibson Custom Joe Perry Signature Boneyard Les Paul Std + OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eSupercool Gibson Custom Shop Joe Perry Boneyard Signature Les Paul. Produced in limited numbers in a unique, Green Tiger Finish. Available with a Bigsby or Stoptail they came fitted with BurstBucker II and III pickups with the neck pickup reverse wound for an out-of-phase sound in the middle position. \u003cbr\u003e\nProduced in the Gibson Custom Shop, the guitar features a solid Mahogany body with a AAA figured Maple Cap. a single piece Mahogany neck with long tenon and traditional Les Paul headstock. The inlayed modern style Gibson logo is joined by a \"Boneyard\" logo on peghead face. The bound 22-fret rosewood fingerboard has Aged acrylic trapezoid position inlays. Pickups are Burstbucker 2 (neck) and Burstbucker 3 (bridge) the neck pickup has reversed polarity for an out of phase tone in the middle position.  The hardware is nickel plated throughout with a ABR-1\/Stopbar bridge\/tailpiece combo and Kluson deluxe style tuners with tulip buttons. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar is in great condition- the top on this one is particularly nicely figured and the overall appearance is great with the green Tiger finish a real departure from the traditional cherry Sunburst. There is a minor bit of wear to the top of the neck - likely from the foam on a guitar hangar - and a couple of light bruises to the back of the neck - but the top and rear are free of any noticeable marks. Internally the guitar still has the original pickups - out of phase in the middle position - and with the exception of one replaced pot the loom and pots are stock. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe neck has a comfortable yet apologetically chunky ’58 style profile with a depth of 23.56mm at the 1st fret and 26.5mm at the 12th. The nut is the standard 43.33mm wide. Playability is excellent with a straight neck and minimal fret wear. The Burstbucker pickups cover a lot of ground and the out of phase tone is an excellent addition. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe guitar comes with its original Limited Edition Gibson Case with silkscreened Boneyard Logo.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52322301215059,"sku":"BONE408","price":7495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc01586.jpg?v=1762539195"},{"product_id":"1991-gibson-flying-v-jimi-hendrix-hall-of-fame-ohsc","title":"1991 Gibson Flying V, Jimi Hendrix Hall of Fame + OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eStunning and rare Gibson Jimmy Hendrix Flying V from 1991, part of the 400 limited run Hall of Fame Edition Gibson produced between 1991 and 1993. Loosely based on Jimi’s own V he famously ordered in the late sixties the Hall of Fame Edition V features uniquely the sideways logo and split triangle fingerboard inlays, a numbered truss rod cover and a ‘Hall of Fame’ decal on the rear of the headstock. This guitar is number 216 of the run of 400 and dates to 1991, original throughout, it features a mahogany body with a large sixties style pickguard with Gold Hendrix Signature. The mahogany neck has the long headstock seen on the earlier V sixties guitars. The bound Rosewood fingerboard features the aforementioned Trini Lopez inlays. The hardware is gold plated throughout and comprises Gibson Keystone Deluxe tuners, wired ABR-1 bridge and tailpiece. The knobs are late-sixties style witch hats with gold inserts. Pickups are Gibson Humbuckers with a traditional 3-way switch, individual volumes and a global tone control.The guitar is a fantastic example of one of Gibsons more adventurous golden era designs, playing faultlessly and sounding killer. There is some light play through wear to the gold plating as expected and the body has the odd bump or bruise but the overall condition is excellent, especially when you consider it is now a 30+ year old guitar. Frets show very little wear. The slim neck feels great in the hand, perfectly suiting the V design. Nut width measures 43.27mm and the depth at the first fret is 20.02mm. The guitar is lightweight at just 6.6lbs and is incredibly resonant acoustically. All adds up to a fantastic sounding guitar to compliment it's killer looks! The guitar ships in its original Gibson Case.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52322301968723,"sku":"93401741","price":3495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc01534.jpg?v=1762539196"},{"product_id":"2006-gibson-custom-63-reissue-es-335-sunburst-ohsc","title":"2006 Gibson Custom '63 Reissue ES-335, Sunburst + OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eSuperb Gibson Custom Historic ’63 ES-335 Reissue in very clean, original condition with original case and certificate. From the Block inlays to the ‘pinched’ ears the ’63 ES-335 Historic Reissue is an excellent recreation of the incredibly sought after original Gibson produced in the early sixties. Resplendent in a deep Vintage Sunburst finish with a dark figured Rosewood fingerboard the guitar plays great and sounds the part thanks to a pair of Gibson’s ’57 Classic Pickups. The guitar is in fantastic original condition with no nicks, dings or scratches. Featuring a period correct single bound Thinline body with f-holes and a bound 22 fret Rosewood neck with small block inlays, a feature that Gibson adopted on the ES-335 in 1962 and ran through until 1981. The headstock has a pearl inlayed Crown and modern Gibson logo. Tuners are the double line Gibson Deluxe variety favoured by the Custom Shop during this period. The hardware is Nickel throughout, being a non-VOS guitar the hardware is bright without any artificial patination. The pickguard is the period correct short variety as are the silver reflector knobs. The tailpiece is a lightweight stop bar and the bridge is an ABR-1. Pickup are the ever dependable 57 Classics, vintage voiced PAF like humbuckers wound to Seth Lovers original specs, wired to a traditional Gibson control loom. The guitar weighs a reasonable 8.4lbs, lighter than some modern reissues we have had in. The neck is a slim to medium C profile with a little extra support on the shoulders. Measurements are 21.62 at the 1st fret filling out to 23.94 at the 12th with a nut width of 42.76mm. Pickups measure 7.7K in the neck position and 7.66 in the bridge. The guitar comes with the photographed Gibson Custom case and certificate.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52322302296403,"sku":"A36062","price":3495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc01195.jpg?v=1762539202"},{"product_id":"1961-gibson-es-330-tdc-ohsc","title":"1961 Gibson ES-330 TDC + OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere’s a fine example of a short lived incarnation of the Gibson ES-330 in beautiful, largely unfaded, deep cherry red and one of two 1961 ES-330's we currently have in stock with consecutive serial numbers!\u003cbr\u003e\nThis version must be one of the last few Gibson made in 1962 before they changed over to block fingerboard markers and then slightly later, nickel covers.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is in good condition with only a few dings and some sections of wear. There is a portion of lacquer worn through to the wood near the bridge and the back is worn in places (see pictures) but the body still retains that lush gloss finish. The lacquer has worn comfortably on the neck too.\u003cbr\u003e\nMedium neck profile and not super skinny like they were in ‘61, the guitar has been refretted recently, an excellent job carried out by Jamie Swannell of Swannell Guitars. This has improved the playability of the guitar by quite a bit and was a most superb re-fret job.\u003cbr\u003e\nBoth original P-90’s have original windings and sound classic, strong and pretty evenly balanced. The pots are modern CTS replacements, and the original Sprague black beauty capacitors, selector switch and jack socket were still present. We rewired the whole harness using the correct two conductor shielding, tidied it up greatly and now the result is a classic sounding ‘62 ES-330 with smooth pots that work flawlessly and sounds real nice, like it should do!\u003cbr\u003e\nThe all original finish has no touch ups or overspray and of course there are no cracks or repairs anywhere, structural or otherwise. Even the headstock, usually the first thing to get a bit dog eared, is in amazingly fine condition with clean and sharp lines. The tuners, as you can see are all correct, the tips having been changed, the guitar having thankfully escaped and tuner changes over the years.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe hardware is in very nice, largely corrosion free condition and still has a lot of gleam to them.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt also happens to be one of the nicest we have had here from a playing perspective, all across and up and down the fingerboard it is a very easy instrument to play in any style.\u003cbr\u003e\nWithout a doubt, a very fine example of a stunning looking guitar that surely is a must have in any guitar collection…\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52322302722387,"sku":"23087","price":8995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc09097.jpg?v=1762539214"},{"product_id":"1972-gibson-les-paul-recording-ohsc","title":"1972 Gibson Les Paul Recording + OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fine players example of Les Paul’s favourite Les Paul, the Les Paul Recording. Introduced in 1971 it was the evolution of the earlier Les Paul Professional model and ran in the catalog until the end of the decade. The launch price of $625 was $30 higher than that of the Les Paul Custom in 1971 with 236 shipping in its inaugural year. \u003cbr\u003e\nFeaturing a Honduras Mahogany body with a three piece Mahogany neck. The guitar shares the same single cut style as the traditional Les Paul with a softened silhouette. The body has a carved top and features a comfort contour on the back. The Neck has a Rosewood Fingerboard with small block position markers. Electronics comprise of Two low impedance humbucker pickups with the controls surface mounted to the control plate with extensive functions accessible. \u003cbr\u003e\nHardware is chrome plated throughout with a traditional Stoptail combined with the new wide-travel tune-O-matic bridge that was introduced in 1971. Tuners were either Schaller M6 or Grover 102. The guitars were highly appointed with multi-ply binding, inlayed Gibson logo and Diamond motif. Initially only offered in natural Mahogany it would be released in White (from mid-1975), Cherry Sunburst (from mid-1976) and Ebony and Walnut (from 1978).\u003cbr\u003e\nThis guitar dates to 1972 and is a great players example. It has a repaired headstock that helps keep the price keen. It's a very versatile instrument allowing lots of control and tone shaping from the simple set up with a Master Volume and Bass and Treble knobs. The Decade Control is an eleven position rotary switch that tunes or alters the treble harmonics producing \"biting\" or \"silky\" highs with simplicity. The slide switches control phase and whether the guitar is in Hi or Lo Impedance mode. The three-way pickup selector switch works as expected and the tone selector switch acts as a bypass, inactivating certain controls allowing quick and reversible changes between different settings. Internally the components are correct and appear original but there has been some re-flowed solder and date codes are obscured. \u003cbr\u003e\nCosmetically the guitar is in good condition with some minor wear to the body and the aforementioned headstock repair. Strung with 11’s it plays great on the original factory frets. The nut looks to be a well cut replacement.  \u003cbr\u003e\nAll in an this ids an interesting, leftfield model from an experimental period of production at Gibson. If you're looking for something a little different that sounds excellent, has a lot of intuitive, versatile sounds on tap and plays very well this is a great option. The guitar comes with its correct, early seventies Gibson case.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52322302886227,"sku":"172199","price":2250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/dsc09161.jpg?v=1762539216"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.atbguitars.com\/collections\/vintage-gibson.oembed?page=3","provider":"ATB Guitars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}